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Batman (1940) 308 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #2123175002

Cover art by Jim Aparo. "There'll Be a Cold Time in the Old Town Tonight!", script by Len Wein, pencils by John Calnan, inks by Dick Giordano; Bruce Wayne meets with Selina Kyle—the Catwoman now reformed; She wants to invest money in Wayne Enterprises; Batman, he answers a bat-signal summons to view the frozen body of financier Jacob Riker, who was iced for betraying Mr. Freeze; Another millionaire, John McVee, gets frozen in order to slow his aging processes increase his lifespan; Batman tracks down Mr. Freeze in his headquarters and becomes the villains slave. Hostess Twinkies ad starring Superman. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.40.

Batman (1940) 313 VF- 7.5

Cover art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. "Two for the Money!", script by Len Wein, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Frank McLaughlin; Its a race against the clock as Batman attempts to recover stolen defense codes before Two-Face, who plans on selling the information to Soviet spies. Hostess snack cakes ad with Superman. Letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson. Phantom Stranger parody strip with Power Girl by Fred Hembeck. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.40.

Batman (1940) 324 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #2123175003

Cover art by Jim Aparo. "The Cat Who Would Be King!" starring Batman, Catwoman, and James Gordon, script by Len Wein, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Bob Smith; Batman and Catwoman escape from the trap of a deadly Cats Cradle and trace the Catman to the islands owned by millionaire Adros Akropolis. Story continued from Batman #323. Hostess Twinkies ad starring the Flash, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Answer Man featuring Bob Rozakis. Flash, Batman & Vigilante parody strip by Fred Hembeck. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.40.

Batman (1940) 353 CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4648832015

First Printing. Direct Edition. Cover art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. "Last Laugh," script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, inks by Dan Adkins; After getting Arthur Reeves to confess that Rupert Thorne gave him doctored photos of the Batman's "secret identity", Batman goes after the Joker, is captured, and finds himself tied to the side of a cliff in New Jersey set to explode in the shape of giant Joker-bust that the Clown Prince of Crime so dearly wants but is thwarted by the caped crusader. 15-page Masters of the Universe preview insert co-starring Superman: "Fate is the Killer" by Paul Kupperberg, Curt Swan & Dave Hunt. "The Sting--Batman Style," script by Mike Barr, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Dennis Jensen; Robin is conned into endorsing a phony fund drive for the Gotham Boys League; However, after the crooks rob the money from the Boys League headquarters, Robin decides to bring them in on his own; Batman helps by acting like a fellow con man. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 353 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4646301019

First Printing. Direct Edition. Cover art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. "Last Laugh," script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, inks by Dan Adkins; After getting Arthur Reeves to confess that Rupert Thorne gave him doctored photos of the Batman's "secret identity", Batman goes after the Joker, is captured, and finds himself tied to the side of a cliff in New Jersey set to explode in the shape of giant Joker-bust that the Clown Prince of Crime so dearly wants but is thwarted by the caped crusader. 15-page Masters of the Universe preview insert co-starring Superman: "Fate is the Killer" by Paul Kupperberg, Curt Swan & Dave Hunt. "The Sting--Batman Style," script by Mike Barr, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Dennis Jensen; Robin is conned into endorsing a phony fund drive for the Gotham Boys League; However, after the crooks rob the money from the Boys League headquarters, Robin decides to bring them in on his own; Batman helps by acting like a fellow con man. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 361N FN/VF 7.0

Newsstand Edition. First appearance of Harvey Bullock. Cover pencils by Ed Hannigan, inks by Dick Giordano. "The Most Successful Species!" starring Batman, Alfred Pennyworth, Commissioner Gordon, Jason Todd, Harvey Bullock, Man-Bat, script by Doug Moench, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Pablo Marcos; Jason Todd has been taken by Man-Bat, who intends to transform him into a bat-boy. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 363 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4550407004

Direct Edition. Cover art by Ed Hannigan and Dick Giordano. Elegant Night Crimes, script by Doug Moench, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Alfredo Alcala; Jason Todd plans on running away, Batman learns the origins of the Thief of Night and Nocturna (intro). Superman III Movie Sweepstakes. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 363 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4590970007

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Direct Edition. Cover art by Ed Hannigan and Dick Giordano. Elegant Night Crimes, script by Doug Moench, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Alfredo Alcala; Jason Todd plans on running away, Batman learns the origins of the Thief of Night and Nocturna (intro). Superman III Movie Sweepstakes. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 386 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4660165002

Direct Edition. Cover by Tom Mandrake. "Black Mask: Losing Face" starring Batman, Commissioner Gordon, Harvey Bullock, Black Mask (1st appearance and origin), and Lucius Fox, script: Doug Moench, art by Tom Mandrake; Roman Sionis loses his family's company, Janus Cosmetics, and turns to a life of crime as Black Mask. Part 1 of 3, continued in Detective Comics (1937) #553. Missive by letter hack T.M. Maple. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 404 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4659541002

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter One: "Who I Am, How I Came To Be".Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. A 25-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham after 12 years abroad, while Lieutenant James Gordon joins the Gotham police force. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Selina Kyle appearance. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 404 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4659541004

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter One: "Who I Am, How I Came To Be".Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. A 25-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham after 12 years abroad, while Lieutenant James Gordon joins the Gotham police force. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Selina Kyle appearance. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 404 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4659540025

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter One: "Who I Am, How I Came To Be".Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. A 25-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham after 12 years abroad, while Lieutenant James Gordon joins the Gotham police force. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Selina Kyle appearance. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 404 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4659540023

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter One: "Who I Am, How I Came To Be".Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. A 25-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham after 12 years abroad, while Lieutenant James Gordon joins the Gotham police force. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Selina Kyle appearance. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 404 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4659541003

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter One: "Who I Am, How I Came To Be".Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. A 25-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham after 12 years abroad, while Lieutenant James Gordon joins the Gotham police force. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Selina Kyle appearance. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 404 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4659541001

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter One: "Who I Am, How I Came To Be".Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. A 25-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham after 12 years abroad, while Lieutenant James Gordon joins the Gotham police force. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Selina Kyle appearance. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 405 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4659539004

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter Two: "War Is Declared". Part 2 of 4, continued from the previous issue. Story continues next issue. Bruce Wayne dons the cape and cowl for the first time to take the fight to the criminal element, while James Gordon stirs up trouble within his own department. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Harvey Dent appears as Assistant District Attorney. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 405 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4659539005

First Printing. Direct Edition. Batman Year One, Chapter Two: "War Is Declared". Part 2 of 4, continued from the previous issue. Story continues next issue. Bruce Wayne dons the cape and cowl for the first time to take the fight to the criminal element, while James Gordon stirs up trouble within his own department. Script by Frank Miller, art by David Mazzucchelli. Harvey Dent appears as Assistant District Attorney. Mazzucchelli cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 423 CGC 9.0 1st Printing

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4601497009

1st Printing. Direct Edition. Three cops relate three tales of the Dark Knight, revealing different facets of Batman's character, in "You Shoulda Seen Him..." Script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Dave Cockrum, inks by Mike DeCarlo. Todd McFarlane cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 423REP CGC 9.4 Reprint

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #4664106001

Second or later printing with TurboGrafx ad on back cover. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 439 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4659540009

Cover art by George Perez. "Batman Year 3 (Part 4 of 4): Resolutions," script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Pat Broderick, inks by Michael Bair; Boss Zucco gets killed, and suddenly the criminals of Gotham are falling over one another to get hold of a book he kept uncovering their secrets; Batman and Nightwing trace the book to a hiding place in the orphanage where Zucco and Dick Grayson spent part of their childhoods; The relationship between Batman and Nightwing starts to heal; The Post-Crisis origin of Robin (Dick Grayson) in flashback. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

Batman (1940) 486N CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #3712426016

Newsstand Edition. Batman pushes himself beyond his limits in an effort to take down Metalhead, the masked psycho who's leaving a trail of blood in his wake in "Heavy Metalhead." Written by Doug Moench. Art by Jim Aparo. Cover by Ed Hannigan & Aparo. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 490 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #2123175007

Bane pumps up the Riddler with some venom in order to test Batman in "Who Riddled the Riddler?" Written by Doug Moench. Art by Jim Aparo. Cover by Travis Charest & Ray McCarthy. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 492A CGC 9.8 Jones

Paper: White

Label #4221855013

KnightFall Part 1. The Mad Hatter invites Batman and Robin to a deadly tea party, while Bane contends with a nosy Film Freak in "Crossed Eyes and Dotty Teas." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #659. Written by Doug Moench. Art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 497 CGC 9.8 Direct Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4525063001

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Direct Edition with Overlay cover. Bane breaks Batman's back in Batman KnightFall Part 11. Home turf does not prove an advantage when Bane breaks Batman's back in the Batcave in "The Broken Bat." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #664. Written by Doug Moench. Pencils by Jim Aparo. Inks by Dick Giordano. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 507 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4668563001

'KnightQuest: The Crusade' continues from last issue. Batman and New Blood hero Ballistic try to find the murderous Abattoir before the Maniaxe do, leading to a vicious battle in a Gotham City nightclub. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Jim Balent and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

Batman (1940) 509 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4668563008

This extra-sized issue begins 'KnightsEnd,' a new multi-part story arc in the saga of the Dark Knight. With the failure of Bruce Wayne's encounter with Batman in Robin (1993-2009) #7 weighing on him, Wayne turns to his old foe, Lady Shiva, for help in retraining. Meanwhile, moving in on an arms dealer, Batman discovers that the perpetrator might actually be an old and deadly enemy of the Order of St. Dumas. Continued in Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) #29. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Mike Manley and Dick Giordano. Cover by Kelley Jones and John Beatty. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.50.

Batman (1940) 510 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4668563007

KnightsEnd Part 7, continued from Catwoman (1993-2001 2nd Series) #12. Azrael's war on the criminals of Gotham City has become too brutal, so Bruce Wayne demands that Jean-Paul Valley relinquish the Batman identity. But when Valley refuses, the final battle for the mantle of the bat ensues. Continued in Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) #30. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Mike Manley and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

Batman (1940) 520 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4668563006

Part 3 of 3, continued from last issue. While Harvey Bullock finds romance with a nurse and James Gordon struggles to preserve his marriage to the woman who took his job, Batman prowls the city's darkest alleys trying to prevent the Black Mask gang's next murder. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Eduardo Barreto. Cover by Kelley Jones. Miraweb Format. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.95.

Batman (1940) 608B CGC 9.4 Lee Variant 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #4459747011

2nd printing. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose! Featuring Killer Croc, with appearances by Poison Ivy and Catwoman. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 609 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Loeb

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Jeph Loeb on 9/21/2024.

Label #24-3575845-003

Direct Edition. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores November 27. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 2 of the 12-part "Hush." Lying near death, Batman must turn to the least likely person from the Bat family for help: the Huntress! Meanwhile, Catwoman continues to hunt down the mysterious individual responsible for wreaking havoc in their lives ? a path that leads her back to Poison Ivy. 48 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 611 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609496010

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 4 of "Hush." Fun in Metropolis! Catwoman and Batman journey to the City of Tomorrow to track down Poison Ivy. This capricious couple thinks it has the upper hand but soon finds Ivy has something ? or someone ? up her sleeve. And keep your eyes peeled for a mysterious flying hero whose deeds inspired a young Bruce Wayne. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 612A CGC 9.4 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4632438019

Direct Edition. Story by Jeph Loeb. Art and Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Guest-starring Superman! Hush, Part 5 of 12. The best-selling comic continues with the fight you've waited for, discussed and argued about: Batman vs. Superman, toe-to-toe! How do you stop the Man of Steel? Who can outwit the World's Greatest Detective? What could bring these uneasy allies to the brink of war? Who will be left standing in a battle that could bring down the city of Metropolis? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 618 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4543469009

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS After the shocking revelations of last issue, Batman faces the battle of his life! But, given the betrayals he's discovered, can Batman possibly fight the one person whom he cannot ? and will not ? fight? Was this the master plan all along? Or are there still more twists to come? One thing is for sure: you can't miss this issue! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 619C CGC 9.2 JSA Jim Lee 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Jim Lee Authenticated Autograph. Second Printing.

Label #4638762008

2nd Printing. Black Cover. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVERS BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores September 24. The pulse-pounding conclusion to the 12-part "Hush" story arc that has thrilled critics and fans alike, featuring two astounding variant triple-gatefold covers! Who is Hush? Why has this mysterious figure plagued Batman? All the secrets are revealed, and one thing is for sure: Nothing will ever be the same for the Dark Knight! The two triple-paneled gatefold covers feature Batman and his allies on one, and all the major Bat-villains on the other, showcasing Jim Lee's incredible vision of the dark world of Batman. For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 635 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4549597007

Written by Judd Winick. Art by Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen Cover by Matt Wagner. Part 1 of the 4-part "Under the Hood," featuring the new BATMAN team of writer Judd Winick (OUTSIDERS, GREEN ARROW), artists Doug Mahnke (JLA, JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE) & Tom Nguyen (JLA) and cover artist Matt Wagner (BATMAN/SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN: TRINITY)! In the wake of "War Games," Batman must deal with a city in turmoil. While battling new criminal chieftains raiding his city, Batman is confronted with a face from the past? or rather, a hidden face from the past. Welcome the return of the Red Hood! 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 655A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4465998003

Direct Edition. Written by Grant Morrison. Art and cover by Andy Kubert. Variant cover by Adam Kubert. Comic legends Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, SEVEN SOLDIERS) and Andy Kubert (Ultimate X-Men, 1602) come together for Part 1 of "Batman and Son." After a harrowing battle with the Joker high atop Police Headquarters, Batman decides to let Bruce Wayne step into the light. But just who is watching billionaire Bruce Wayne? And what does their plan have to do with Man-Bat? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 666 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3733779004

Written by Grant Morrison Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang Cover by Andy Kubert Meet Damian Wayne, the Batman of Tomorrow in this special issue set 15 years from now in a nightmarish future Gotham! In a world torn apart by terrorism, plagues, rogue weather and bizarre super-crime, only 24 hours are left before the climactic battle of Armageddon - and only one man who might be able to stop it. But will he? The Son of the Bat meets the Prince of Darkness and the stage is set for the ultimate battle between evil and moral ambiguity. Can Damian make peace with his heritage to save the world? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) Annual 1 FR 1.0

Water damage. 5" spine split from the top.

All reprints. Cover pencils by Curt Swan, Sheldon Moldoff, and Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris. "How to Be the Batman!", pencils by Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Batman loses his memory after being exposed to amnesia gas, when the antidote fails, Robin must teach the Cowled Crimefighter all that he has forgotten; Origin retold. "The Strange Costumes of Batman!", script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; A look at some of the specialized costumes that Batman has utilized over his career, including one garment that he had hoped never to use. "Untold Tales of the Bat-Signal!", script by David Vern, pencils by Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Reporter Dave Purdy saves Batman by dazzling an approaching murderer with the Bat Signal; The Masked Manhunter is happy to let Purdy have the credit. Secrets of Batman's Utility Belt; Famed Batarang. "The Origin of the Bat-Cave!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Professor Nicholls sends the Dynamic Duo back in time 300 years, there they meet Jeremy Coe, a frontiersman spy who doubles as a Red Indian. "Batman's Electronic Crime-File!", pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; The microfilm from Batman's crime file is stolen from the Bat-Cave. "Thrilling Escapes of Batman and Robin!", pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Villainous Paul King captures Batman and Robin, he then sets about devising an inescapable trap, based on Robin's recollections about their previous ingenious escapes. "The Amazing Inventions of Batman," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Batman gets word that one of his inventions is to be used against him, he and Robin must then examine their many crime fighting innovations for clues. Superman ad. Secret Origins ad. Batman with Robin the Boy Wonder ad. 84 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Batman (1940) Annual 3 VG- 3.5

Cover oxidation.

All reprints, with the topic being "Batman and Robin's Most Fantastic Foes!" "The Mad Hatter of Gotham City," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; The Mad Hatter has a superb collection of stolen hats, but with Batman's cowl missing it is incomplete. "The Human Firefly," script by Ed (France) Herron, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; When theatrical lighting director Garfield Lynns is prevented from staging his first robbery, he makes his escape thanks to the light given off by a firefly; Inspired, he assumes the identity of the costumed criminal, Firefly. "The Mental Giant of Gotham City," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; A freak accident gives police janitor Barney Barrow a super advanced brain, he then blackmails the Dynamic Duo into aiding him with his ever more dangerous methods of crime fighting. "The Joker's Aces," script by David Vern, pencils by Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; The Clown Prince of Crime recruits some new members for his gang, all of whom are perfectly suited for specific felonies. "The Gorilla Boss of Gotham City," script by David Vern, pencils by Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Executed criminal George 'Boss' Dyke's brain is transplanted into a gorilla's head. "The New Crimes of Two-Face," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Actor Paul Sloane is disfigured in an accident, this unhinges his mind and causes him to turn to crime as the second Two-Face. "The Mysterious Mirror Man," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Ventris, a convict, escapes jail with the help of a broken mirror; He adopts the identity of the Mirror Man and sets out to uncover Batman's secret identity by using his X-Ray Mirror. 84 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Batman (1940) Annual 7 VG/FN 5.0

Cover oxidation.

Summer 1964. All reprints, featuring four origin stories. Cover pencils by Sheldon Moldoff and Curt Swan, inks by Sheldon Moldoff and Stan Kaye. "Batman Meets Bat-Mite," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Bat-Mite, an elf-like being from another dimension appears in the Bat-Cave, he sets about "helping" Batman and Robin with his magical powers. "The Secret Life of Bat-Hound," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; When Batman and Robin are trapped by Mr. Midas in a collapsed mine, Bat-Hound alerts Batwoman and the foursome tackle the Midas Mob. "Bat-Girl," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Betty Kane deduces that her Aunt Kathy is secretly Batwoman and assumes the identity of Bat-Girl. "The Dynamic Trio," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; The Dynamic Duo become the Dynamic Trio when they team up with Mysteryman, but Vicki Vale is determined to uncover the newcomer's real identity. "The Secret of Batman's Butler," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; A mistake by Alfred when he first became the Wayne butler causes him to consider resigning his position years later. "The New Team of Superman and Robin," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Sheldon Moldoff. "Batwoman's Publicity Agent," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Sheldon Moldoff; Bat-Mite returns and teams up with Batwoman but he has not legislated for falling in love with her. "The Second Batman and Robin," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghost for Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris. 84 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Batman (1940) Annual 12 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white

Label #4573108018

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The grounds of a crumbling mansion are the scene for the Batman's hunt for two foes - one a ruthless killer, the other, something that may not even be human. Written by Mike Baron, with art by Ross Andru, Pablo Marcos and Denis Rodier. Plus, a special 'Private Lives' feature spotlighting Jason Todd, by Robert Greenberger and Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Michael Kaluta. Cover price $1.50.

Batman (1940) Canadian Price Variant 358 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Canadian Price Variant.

Label #4613197012

Canadian edition with $.75 cover price. Cover pencils by Ed Hannigan, inks by Dick Giordano. 1st full appearance of Killer Croc in "Don't Mess with Killer Croc!" starring Batman, Robin, Commissioner Gordon, Alfred Pennyworth, Trina Todd, and The Squid, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Rodin Rodriguez; With the Squid eliminated, Killer Croc appoints himself the new head of the Gotham Underground as Batman puts together the pieces of Killer Croc's involvement in the Squid's death. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) Facsimile Edition 613A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4571128005

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Written by Jeph Loeb. Art by Jim Lee, Scott Williams. Cover by Jim Lee, Scott Williams. THE ORIGINAL HUSH SAGA CONTINUES WITH FACSIMILE EDITIONS! A perfect evening out on the town for Bruce and Selina takes a turn for the deadly when Harley Quinn hits Gotham City. And if Harley's back, can The Joker be far behind? 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Batman (1974) DC Treasury Edition C-37 VG- 3.5

Limited Collectors' Edition: Batman reprints from the 1940s. Jim Aparo cover. Size is 10 x 13-1/2" (about the size of a Life magazine). Cover price $1.00.

Batman (2011 2nd Series) 23.2A CBCS 9.8 3-D 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #19-1B1E3FA-012

3D COVER (W) Scott Snyder, Ray Fawkes (A) Jeremy Haun (CA) Guillem March With The Dark Knight out of the picture, The Riddler engages in an epic game of wits. Learn what maddening early moments led a young Edward Nygma to evolve into Gotham City's Prince of Mischief! And see how events of ZERO YEAR continue to affect The Riddler today! Cover price $2.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 91A CGC 9.8 Jimenez

Paper: White

Label #2116810013

Their Dark Designs: Part 6 of 9 - Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Jorge Jimenez, Rafael Albuquerque, Carlo Pagulayan and Danny Miki. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. To save Gotham City, Catwoman will have to commit the greatest heist in the city's history! But hot on her trail are the Penguin, the Riddler, a horde of assassins, and the master criminal called the Designer! And the most dangerous person standing in her way is the man she's trying to save: Batman. And what complications will his arise from his new sidekick, Harley Quinn? 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 102A CGC 9.8 Jimenez

Paper: White

Label #3765637011

Ghost Stories: Part 1 of 4 - Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Carlo Pagulayan, Carlos D'Anda and Danny Miki. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. Bruce Wayne and the city he loves have changed dramatically following the events of The Joker War, but Batman and his mission are eternal. But not everyone thinks that should be the case... The mysterious vigilante known as Ghost-Maker has known Bruce since they were teenagers, and hes made his decision. Its time Gotham City had a new hero. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 142F CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Camuncoli Variant Cover.

Label #4652147007

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Written by Chip Zdarsky. Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli, Stefano Nesi, Andrea Sorrentino. Cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli. The tragic death of the leader of the Red Hood Gang in a vat of chemicals has become the subject of myth...but what is the heartbreaking and gruesome tale of the monster who walked away from that violent birth? And how does it affect Batman's distant future? The Joker Year One begins here! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $7.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 155E CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Barends Variant Cover

Label #4558454009

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Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Chip Zdarsky. Art by Jorge Fornes. Cover by Bjorn Barends. After the shocking events of the last issue, Batman is reeling! But the investigation isn't over just yet! The Court of Owls is intent on destroying Bruce Wayne's life, while Commander Star continues to stoke the flames of civil unrest in Gotham City! It all heats up in the unforgettable new chapter of "The Dying City"! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $5.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 158C CGC 9.8 Lee Variant

Paper: White

Lee Variant Cover C.

Label #4648736010

Written by Jeph Loeb. Art by Jim Lee, Scott Williams. Cover by Jim Lee, Scott Williams. THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT STORYLINE! Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee! An all-new epic saga begins here. Hush returns! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $5.99.