BATMAN (1940-2011) #3
CGC VF/NM: 9.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Wednesday, 03/19/2025 9:04 PM
$50,600
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
white pages; only two copies graded higher in the CGC Census!
3rd appearance of Catwoman, and 1st appearance in costume; classic Bob Kane/Jerry Robinson cover/art
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white pages; only two copies graded higher in the CGC Census!
3rd appearance of Catwoman, and 1st appearance in costume; classic Bob Kane/Jerry Robinson cover/art
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A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
white pages; only two copies graded higher in the CGC Census!
3rd appearance of Catwoman, and 1st appearance in costume; classic Bob Kane/Jerry Robinson cover/art
Batman #3 features vital moments in the Caped Crusader's early career, beginning with a classic cover that would be saluted in the '60s with the Batman television show. There's also a major first appearance of the Catwoman as a supervillain. Her earlier appearances had portrayed her as an anonymous Mistress of Disguise known as The Cat. Here, the mysterious thief begins wearing a red cape, plus a proper cat mask completely covering her head. Meanwhile, the DC editors can't decide between the text calling her Cat-Woman, The Cat, or The Cat Woman. You can still be sure that giant cat head comes off long enough for her to steal a kiss before once again escaping Batman's clutches.
By any name, "The Batman vs. the Cat-Woman" is a vital early story featuring one of DC's most enduring characters. The issue also boasts the bizarre (and homicide-filled) "The Ugliest Man in the World," "The Crime School for Boys," and "The Strange Case of the Diabolical Puppet Master." This book is also the only showcase for the bumbling Detective McGonigle, who appears in two stories as a planned comic foil for Batman before never being seen again. Early Batman comics are notoriously difficult to procure, and this issue truly earns its valued place among collectors.
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This outstanding 9.0 copy of Batman #3 is a true pop-culture artifact, with only two copies graded higher in the CGC Census! Books like these are particularly cherished for preserving all the impact of comic-book colors popping out of intact inky backgrounds. Add in that sturdy spine, and you're looking at a book that is probably in better shape then many copies on the newsstands of 1940! Batman has just marked 85 years of being one of the world's most beloved heroes, and Catwoman has spent nearly as much time as one of the most popular characters in the Batman universe. She's set to remain in the spotlight, as well, with Zoe Kravitz confirmed to return as Catwoman in the upcoming The Batman: Part Two —which is just one of at least five Batman series and features currently in development.
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.
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Looking to make a purchase? Learn more about how to buy Batman #3 from ComicConnect!
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white pages; only two copies graded higher in the CGC Census!
3rd appearance of Catwoman, and 1st appearance in costume; classic Bob Kane/Jerry Robinson cover/art
Batman #3 features vital moments in the Caped Crusader's early career, beginning with a classic cover that would be saluted in the '60s with the Batman television show. There's also a major first appearance of the Catwoman as a supervillain. Her earlier appearances had portrayed her as an anonymous Mistress of Disguise known as The Cat. Here, the mysterious thief begins wearing a red cape, plus a proper cat mask completely covering her head. Meanwhile, the DC editors can't decide between the text calling her Cat-Woman, The Cat, or The Cat Woman. You can still be sure that giant cat head comes off long enough for her to steal a kiss before once again escaping Batman's clutches.
By any name, "The Batman vs. the Cat-Woman" is a vital early story featuring one of DC's most enduring characters. The issue also boasts the bizarre (and homicide-filled) "The Ugliest Man in the World," "The Crime School for Boys," and "The Strange Case of the Diabolical Puppet Master." This book is also the only showcase for the bumbling Detective McGonigle, who appears in two stories as a planned comic foil for Batman before never being seen again. Early Batman comics are notoriously difficult to procure, and this issue truly earns its valued place among collectors.
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This outstanding 9.0 copy of Batman #3 is a true pop-culture artifact, with only two copies graded higher in the CGC Census! Books like these are particularly cherished for preserving all the impact of comic-book colors popping out of intact inky backgrounds. Add in that sturdy spine, and you're looking at a book that is probably in better shape then many copies on the newsstands of 1940! Batman has just marked 85 years of being one of the world's most beloved heroes, and Catwoman has spent nearly as much time as one of the most popular characters in the Batman universe. She's set to remain in the spotlight, as well, with Zoe Kravitz confirmed to return as Catwoman in the upcoming The Batman: Part Two —which is just one of at least five Batman series and features currently in development.
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.
_______________________________________________
Looking to make a purchase? Learn more about how to buy Batman #3 from ComicConnect!
_______________________________________________
ComicConnect.com offers up to 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