BATMAN (1940-2011) #1
CGC G+: 2.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Thursday, 12/07/2017 2:16 PM
$25,000
Sold For
63
Bids
PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: ow/white pgs; Mod/Ext(C-4) ct, pcs added, tr sls, re-glossed, (pc re-attached cvr w tp, tp int cvr) right edge trimmed
One of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! 1st app Joker; 1st app Catwoman (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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One of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! 1st app Joker; 1st app Catwoman (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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ow/white pgs; Mod/Ext(C-4) ct, pcs added, tr sls, re-glossed, (pc re-attached cvr w tp, tp int cvr) right edge trimmed
One of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! 1st app Joker; 1st app Catwoman (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Batman #1 is easily one of the most important comics of the Golden Age, featuring one of the most iconic covers. There's still much more historical significance than just Batman landing a solo title. In this case, the Caped Crusader was following Superman's success in launching his own book just a year after his debut in Detective Comics. Batman #1, however, has the added impact of introducing both The Joker and the Cat (later dubbed Catwoman) as two of the most beloved villains in the history of comics.
There have easily been over a hundred titles devoted to Batman over the years—more than Superman and Spider-Man combined. Batman has been featured in several serials and animated series, plus TV shows, movies, video games, novelizations, record albums, and virtually every other medium. Batman is omnipresent. And, with Robin also joining Batman from the pages of Detective, this book is yet another vital early milestone (and timeless investment) in the Dynamic Duo's rise to worldwide stardom.
Much has been said about this milestone issue, but in reality, all that needs to be said is that no serious collection would be complete without one. The iconic cover, with its reds and yellows, is also the first to display the now instantly recognizable Batman logo, which looms over the action with a sense of power and foreboding. This is a classic key book that should garner massive bidding well before and down to the wire of this lot's hammer time. At a gorgeous restored 2.5 grade, it is both accessible to many buyers and desirable to investment collectors. You'll be the envy of all the kids in the neighborhood, be a winner, be Batman, always be Batman.
Overstreet Guide 2017 G+ (2.5) value = $50,000.
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 6 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
Artists Information
A celebrity comic artist of the Golden Age, co-created Batman and Robin with Bill Finger, as his brainchild became more in demand he hired an army of ghost artists to illustrate the dearth of Batman features on the market, but all were credited to Kane. His other achievements include the creation of Catwoman, Two-Face and cartoon character Courageous Cat. Kane was the object of some controversy for taking credit for the art and inspiration of others, but he was also undoubtedly an important figure in the history of comics. He published an updated version of his autobiography "Batman and Me: The Saga Continues" shortly before his death in 1998. He got his start at the Eisner/Iger studio and was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame.
Sherrill David Robinson known as Jerry Robinson, was an American comic book artist known for his work on DC Comics' Batman line of comics during the 1940s. He is best known as the co-creator of Robin and the Joker and for his work on behalf of creators' rights. He was inducted into the Comic Book Hall of Fame in 2004.
One of the most iconic covers of the Golden Age! 1st app Joker; 1st app Catwoman (Spring 1940); Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Batman #1 is easily one of the most important comics of the Golden Age, featuring one of the most iconic covers. There's still much more historical significance than just Batman landing a solo title. In this case, the Caped Crusader was following Superman's success in launching his own book just a year after his debut in Detective Comics. Batman #1, however, has the added impact of introducing both The Joker and the Cat (later dubbed Catwoman) as two of the most beloved villains in the history of comics.
There have easily been over a hundred titles devoted to Batman over the years—more than Superman and Spider-Man combined. Batman has been featured in several serials and animated series, plus TV shows, movies, video games, novelizations, record albums, and virtually every other medium. Batman is omnipresent. And, with Robin also joining Batman from the pages of Detective, this book is yet another vital early milestone (and timeless investment) in the Dynamic Duo's rise to worldwide stardom.
Much has been said about this milestone issue, but in reality, all that needs to be said is that no serious collection would be complete without one. The iconic cover, with its reds and yellows, is also the first to display the now instantly recognizable Batman logo, which looms over the action with a sense of power and foreboding. This is a classic key book that should garner massive bidding well before and down to the wire of this lot's hammer time. At a gorgeous restored 2.5 grade, it is both accessible to many buyers and desirable to investment collectors. You'll be the envy of all the kids in the neighborhood, be a winner, be Batman, always be Batman.
Overstreet Guide 2017 G+ (2.5) value = $50,000.
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 6 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
Artists Information
A celebrity comic artist of the Golden Age, co-created Batman and Robin with Bill Finger, as his brainchild became more in demand he hired an army of ghost artists to illustrate the dearth of Batman features on the market, but all were credited to Kane. His other achievements include the creation of Catwoman, Two-Face and cartoon character Courageous Cat. Kane was the object of some controversy for taking credit for the art and inspiration of others, but he was also undoubtedly an important figure in the history of comics. He published an updated version of his autobiography "Batman and Me: The Saga Continues" shortly before his death in 1998. He got his start at the Eisner/Iger studio and was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame.
Sherrill David Robinson known as Jerry Robinson, was an American comic book artist known for his work on DC Comics' Batman line of comics during the 1940s. He is best known as the co-creator of Robin and the Joker and for his work on behalf of creators' rights. He was inducted into the Comic Book Hall of Fame in 2004.