DETECTIVE COMICS (1937-2011; 2016-) #29
CGC FN+: 6.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Wednesday, 12/15/2021 8:51 PM
$46,000
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21
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: crm/ow pgs; (C) spine split sealed to cvr, cvr, 1st wrap, & cf reinforced
1st appearance of Dr. Death; 2nd Batman cover app.
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1st appearance of Dr. Death; 2nd Batman cover app.
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crm/ow pgs; (C) spine split sealed to cvr, cvr, 1st wrap, & cf reinforced
1st appearance of Dr. Death; 2nd Batman cover app.
Detective #29 remains one of the most difficult early Batman issues to obtain, as both Batman's second cover appearance and just his third appearance in the comics. In addition to the historical significance, Bob Kane's classic cover also portrays the Caped Crusader's first brawl with a proper supervillain. Dr. Karl Hellfern, aka Doctor Death, creates a powerful poison that he'll release upon Gotham City if the wealthiest citizens don't meet his demands. Collectors are also appreciative of how Kane is showing off the obvious influence that pioneering horror cinema had on his nocturnal creation. It's well documented that the early Batman stories took on a lighter tone as the Caped Crusader took on Robin as his young sidekick. This issue, however, has plenty of pulp elements such as Batman taking a bullet to the shoulder. The scarcity of these ground-zero Dark Knight Detective issues has collectors taking notice whenever these classics come up for auction.
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It is a well-known fact in the hobby that early Detectives featuring the first appearances of Batman are amongst the hardest comics to find overall, therefore the available copies tend to sell for astronomical amounts despite any flaws that may be present. The scarcity of ground-zero Dark Knight issues causes collectors to take notice every time one of these classics goes up for auction. This conserved copy sits in the upper echelons of the 68 examples listed on the CGC Census, the work performed on this book assures its continued preservation in the forthcoming years, shoring up its structural integrity for future generations. The colors retain their sunny appeal, while the majority of wear remains well away from the iconic central image of the Caped Crusader bursting into action in all his Golden Age glory. This is guaranteed to be a hotly contested lot come auction time.
Overstreet Guide 2021 FN+ (6.5) value = $85,125.
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.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 3 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
1st appearance of Dr. Death; 2nd Batman cover app.
Detective #29 remains one of the most difficult early Batman issues to obtain, as both Batman's second cover appearance and just his third appearance in the comics. In addition to the historical significance, Bob Kane's classic cover also portrays the Caped Crusader's first brawl with a proper supervillain. Dr. Karl Hellfern, aka Doctor Death, creates a powerful poison that he'll release upon Gotham City if the wealthiest citizens don't meet his demands. Collectors are also appreciative of how Kane is showing off the obvious influence that pioneering horror cinema had on his nocturnal creation. It's well documented that the early Batman stories took on a lighter tone as the Caped Crusader took on Robin as his young sidekick. This issue, however, has plenty of pulp elements such as Batman taking a bullet to the shoulder. The scarcity of these ground-zero Dark Knight Detective issues has collectors taking notice whenever these classics come up for auction.
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Click on the image below to watch the YouTube video about this item!
It is a well-known fact in the hobby that early Detectives featuring the first appearances of Batman are amongst the hardest comics to find overall, therefore the available copies tend to sell for astronomical amounts despite any flaws that may be present. The scarcity of ground-zero Dark Knight issues causes collectors to take notice every time one of these classics goes up for auction. This conserved copy sits in the upper echelons of the 68 examples listed on the CGC Census, the work performed on this book assures its continued preservation in the forthcoming years, shoring up its structural integrity for future generations. The colors retain their sunny appeal, while the majority of wear remains well away from the iconic central image of the Caped Crusader bursting into action in all his Golden Age glory. This is guaranteed to be a hotly contested lot come auction time.
Overstreet Guide 2021 FN+ (6.5) value = $85,125.
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.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 3 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE