Reverse-Flash first appeared in The Flash #139, published by DC in 1963. That places it in the Silver Age.
Why this issue matters
Professor Zoom, a speedster from the 25th century who became Barry Allen's defining nemesis and, eventually, the man who killed his mother.
Key facts
The Flash #139
- Character: Reverse-Flash (Eobard Thawne)
- Publisher: DC
- Cover year: 1963
- 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 1963
- Sandman Amazing Spider-Man #4, 1963
- Lizard Amazing Spider-Man #6, 1963
- Doctor Octopus Amazing Spider-Man #3, 1963
- Vulture Amazing Spider-Man #2, 1963
- Spider-Man Amazing Fantasy #15, 1963
- Iron Man Tales of Suspense #39, 1963
More DC firsts from the Silver Age
- Zatanna Hawkman #4, 1964
- Barry Allen (Flash) Showcase #4, 1956
- Hal Jordan (Green Lantern) Showcase #22, 1959
- Martian Manhunter Detective Comics #225, 1955
- Justice League Brave and the Bold #28, 1960
- Brainiac Action Comics #242, 1958
- Bizarro Superboy #68, 1958
- Supergirl Action Comics #252, 1959
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