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Bob Kane/Jerry Robinson cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Robin (Dick Grayson); Comic Book Impact rating of 9 (CBI)
Atlantic City Copy
Detective Comics #38 is one of the most important books of the Golden Age, and not just for the first appearance of Robin, the Boy Wonder as Batman’s sidekick! The introduction of Dick Grayson would also change the course of Golden Age comics across all publications. Created in 1940 by Bob Kane, Bill Finger, and Jerry Robinson, Robin made his debut with a tragic backstory that made him the perfect companion for the similarly orphaned Bruce Wayne.

The idea of a kid hero was still a major gamble against the gritty backdrop of Gotham City. Fortunately, Robin was embraced by younger readers. The character soon doubled the sales of comics in the Batman franchise, inspiring a wave of young sidekicks from beloved stars (Bucky Barnes, Toro) to forgotten figures (Stampy, Owl-Girl).

Detective was ultimately proven right to hype Robin as the “sensational character find of 1940” on the cover. Of course, many teens would later take on Robin's trademark yellow cape, red suit, green boots, and gloves. There’s still only one original Boy Wonder, and only one definitive debut as Robin bursts onto the cover and into legend!


This 5.0 copy makes an impressive presentation, with only 18 unrestored copies higher in the CGC Census!

Overstreet Guide 2023 VG/FN (5.0) value = $40,750.00


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