BATMAN (1940-2011) #1
G/VG: 3.0
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SOLD ON: Tuesday, 12/15/2020 10:31 PM
$24,151
Sold For
47
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMIC BOOK IMPACT: rating of 10 (CBI)
COMMENTS: Batman #1 and #2 bound volume
1st appearance of the Joker; 1st app Catwoman; Batman's first solo comic and one of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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1st appearance of the Joker; 1st app Catwoman; Batman's first solo comic and one of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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Batman #1 and #2 bound volume
1st appearance of the Joker; 1st app Catwoman; Batman's first solo comic and one of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Batman #1 would be one of the most important comics of the Golden Age simply as the first appearance of Batman in a solo title — accompanied by Robin the Boy Wonder on one of the most iconic covers in comics history. In this case, however, the creative team of Bob Kane, Bill Finger, and Jerry Robinson were inspired to launch Batman’s solo turn with the first appearances of both The Joker and the Cat (who, of course, would later be dubbed Catwoman). The Joker is even showcased in two stories here, with both classic tales serving as source material for 2008’s big-screen The Dark Knight. There’s also the introduction of the Batplane and the return of Dr. Hugo Strange in a dark tale that inspired a strict “No Killing” policy for Batman.
With Robin joining Batman from the pages of Detective Comics, this book is yet another vital early milestone (and timeless investment) in the Dynamic Duo's rise to worldwide stardom. There have easily been over a hundred titles devoted to Batman over the years — more than Superman and Spider-Man combined. Batman has also been featured in several serials and animated series, plus TV shows, movies, video games, novelizations, record albums, and virtually every other medium. With (at least) seven Batman-related film and television projects in development at the start of 2025, copies of Batman #1 are set to maintain their value as a comic collectible and pop-culture artifact.
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Bound volumes are an interesting subgenre in the comic book collecting hobby, while at once preserving and compromising the integrity of a comic, they have a way of popping up and surprising you with their contents. Having the forethought to get comics placed in bound volumes takes a certain level of devotion and determination, and the owner of these copies of Batman #1 & 2 no doubt felt it was best to protect these beloved tomes in a hardcover binding and keep them safe for future generations. As luck would have it, these copies are now available to our bidders as a set, still encased in their original binding, a wonderful opportunity to pick up a couple of dyed-in-the-wool classic key comics. An added bonus, you can still read these books, most Batman #1s have been slabbed and will remain tucked away for time immemorial, but if you happen to become the winning bidder on this lot, you can enjoy the additional satisfaction of perusing the pages anytime you like.
Overstreet Guide 2020 G/VG (3.0) value = $85,950.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
1st appearance of the Joker; 1st app Catwoman; Batman's first solo comic and one of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Batman #1 would be one of the most important comics of the Golden Age simply as the first appearance of Batman in a solo title — accompanied by Robin the Boy Wonder on one of the most iconic covers in comics history. In this case, however, the creative team of Bob Kane, Bill Finger, and Jerry Robinson were inspired to launch Batman’s solo turn with the first appearances of both The Joker and the Cat (who, of course, would later be dubbed Catwoman). The Joker is even showcased in two stories here, with both classic tales serving as source material for 2008’s big-screen The Dark Knight. There’s also the introduction of the Batplane and the return of Dr. Hugo Strange in a dark tale that inspired a strict “No Killing” policy for Batman.
With Robin joining Batman from the pages of Detective Comics, this book is yet another vital early milestone (and timeless investment) in the Dynamic Duo's rise to worldwide stardom. There have easily been over a hundred titles devoted to Batman over the years — more than Superman and Spider-Man combined. Batman has also been featured in several serials and animated series, plus TV shows, movies, video games, novelizations, record albums, and virtually every other medium. With (at least) seven Batman-related film and television projects in development at the start of 2025, copies of Batman #1 are set to maintain their value as a comic collectible and pop-culture artifact.
______________________________________________
Bound volumes are an interesting subgenre in the comic book collecting hobby, while at once preserving and compromising the integrity of a comic, they have a way of popping up and surprising you with their contents. Having the forethought to get comics placed in bound volumes takes a certain level of devotion and determination, and the owner of these copies of Batman #1 & 2 no doubt felt it was best to protect these beloved tomes in a hardcover binding and keep them safe for future generations. As luck would have it, these copies are now available to our bidders as a set, still encased in their original binding, a wonderful opportunity to pick up a couple of dyed-in-the-wool classic key comics. An added bonus, you can still read these books, most Batman #1s have been slabbed and will remain tucked away for time immemorial, but if you happen to become the winning bidder on this lot, you can enjoy the additional satisfaction of perusing the pages anytime you like.
Overstreet Guide 2020 G/VG (3.0) value = $85,950.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.