Mister Freeze first appeared in Batman #121, published by DC in 1959. That places it in the Silver Age.
Why this issue matters
Originally introduced as Mr Zero, this cryogenically themed villain was later reworked with the tragic backstory involving his wife Nora that's now core to the character.
Key facts
Batman #121
- Character: Mister Freeze
- Publisher: DC
- Cover year: 1959
- Era: Silver Age
Before you buy or sell one
- Check it is a first print, not a facsimile or reprint. Newsstand and direct editions are priced differently too.
- Condition decides most of the value. Whether grading is worth it depends on the copy.
Go deeper
Other first appearances from 1959
- Hal Jordan (Green Lantern) Showcase #22, 1959
- Supergirl Action Comics #252, 1959
More DC firsts from the Silver Age
- Reverse-Flash (Eobard Thawne) The Flash #139, 1963
- Zatanna Hawkman #4, 1964
- Barry Allen (Flash) Showcase #4, 1956
- Martian Manhunter Detective Comics #225, 1955
- Justice League Brave and the Bold #28, 1960
- Brainiac Action Comics #242, 1958
- Bizarro Superboy #68, 1958
- Adam Strange Showcase #17, 1958
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