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Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen (1954) #83
Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen (1954) #83
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Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen Vol 1 #83 – Jimmy vs. Nostradamus’ False Prophecies!
Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen #83 (March 1965), by Leo Dorfman with George Papp’s art, is a clever Silver Age caper. Knuckles Kling, a former henchman of Lex Luthor, poses as a reincarnated Nostradamus, using Luthor’s advanced gadgets to make his “prophecies” come true and swindle Metropolis. Jimmy Olsen, suspicious of the too-perfect predictions, investigates, uncovering Kling’s scheme. From weather manipulation to staged disasters, Kling’s tech-driven fraud fools the public, but Jimmy’s sleuthing, aided by Superman, exposes the truth. The con unravels in a showdown, with Kling’s gadgets backfiring. A backup story features Jimmy as a super-strong “Human Skyscraper” after a freak experiment.
Highlights
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Jimmy’s detective work against fake Nostradamus.
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Knuckles Kling’s Luthor-tech prophecy scams.
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Superman’s key role in foiling the plot.
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Metropolis’ gullibility adds humor.
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“Human Skyscraper” backup adventure.
Value & Trends
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Current: $20–$50 (VG/FN), $100–$200 (VF) on eBay/MyComicShop, reflecting Silver Age appeal.
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Trends: Luthor’s villainy and Superman (2025) film buzz could drive 10–15% price increases in 6–12 months. High-grade copies may hit $250–$400 in 2–3 years if Luthor’s henchmen gain media traction. Comic-Con 2025 news could spark demand.
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Market: Silver Age DC’s quirky, high-sales run fuels collector interest.
Key Characters
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Jimmy Olsen: Sharp-witted investigator.
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Superman: Heroic backup.
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Knuckles Kling: Luthor’s scheming lackey.
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Lex Luthor (referenced): Tech’s mastermind.
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Daily Planet Staff: Supporting cast.
Why Buy?
This issue’s mix of deception, sci-fi gadgets, and Jimmy’s smarts, with Papp’s lively art, makes it a Silver Age gem. Affordable and engaging, it’s a must for Superman and Luthor fans. Grab it before DC’s cinematic wave hikes prices!
This issue’s mix of deception, sci-fi gadgets, and Jimmy’s smarts, with Papp’s lively art, makes it a Silver Age gem. Affordable and engaging, it’s a must for Superman and Luthor fans. Grab it before DC’s cinematic wave hikes prices!
Price: $20 (VG) to $200 (VF+). High grades offer strong future value.
