DETECTIVE COMICS (1937-2011; 2016-) #66
CGC F/VF: 7.0
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SOLD ON: Wednesday, 12/16/2020 7:04 PM
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origin and 1st app. Two-Face
Detective Comics #66 showed that the Batman mythos was still being born with the first appearance of Two-Face — along with the introduction of Gotham City D.A. Harvey Dent. At this point, writer Bill Finger and artist Jerry Robinson were still full of inspiration while collaborating with Batman creator Bob Kane. Dent's tragic transformation into a criminal mastermind provided a meaningful parallel to Bruce Wayne's own journey, and the origin has gone pretty much untouched over the decades. Harvey Dent is a rising star when he uses "Boss" Moroni's beloved two-headed coin to tie the monster to a murder, with Moroni getting revenge by tossing a bottle of sulfuric acid at the prosecutor.
Batman can only prevent the acid from disfiguring half of Dent's face, leading to fits of schizophrenia as Two-Face terrorizes Gotham City. The epic "Crimes of Two-Face" goes on to feature Batman's first attempt to bring Two-Face to justice while seeking redemption for Dent. The bizarre climax set up Two-Face's tormented future. (In a forgotten extra tragedy, the only plastic surgeon who could have possible helped Dent recover had recently been kidnapped by Nazis while visiting Germany.) Two-Face may have been too disturbing a villain to ever make it onto the '60s Batman TV series, but Harvey Dent's dangerous alter-ego has remained a vital part of DC's boldest storytelling over the Comic Ages, with fans eager awaiting the return of a big-screen Two-Face in the DC Extended Universe.
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Over the past 7 ½ decades this comic has persevered, sure it has some telltale signs of its history, but it only adds to the charm of this important key. The first appearance of Two-Face is indeed an important occurrence in the Batman mythos, as the character is still one of the Bat’s top frenemies today. Boasting strong hues and stable construction, this book is a perennial favorite and there are only three original condition copies above this one, there are plenty of treats in this auction for Bat-fans and this is an excellent addition to the mix. Jerry Robinson’s cover design keeps viewers holding their breath like a cliffhanger at the end of a Batman ‘66 TV episode, tune in next time for more thrills and chills!
Overstreet Guide 2020 VF/F (7.0) value = $9,100
origin and 1st app. Two-Face
Detective Comics #66 showed that the Batman mythos was still being born with the first appearance of Two-Face — along with the introduction of Gotham City D.A. Harvey Dent. At this point, writer Bill Finger and artist Jerry Robinson were still full of inspiration while collaborating with Batman creator Bob Kane. Dent's tragic transformation into a criminal mastermind provided a meaningful parallel to Bruce Wayne's own journey, and the origin has gone pretty much untouched over the decades. Harvey Dent is a rising star when he uses "Boss" Moroni's beloved two-headed coin to tie the monster to a murder, with Moroni getting revenge by tossing a bottle of sulfuric acid at the prosecutor.
Batman can only prevent the acid from disfiguring half of Dent's face, leading to fits of schizophrenia as Two-Face terrorizes Gotham City. The epic "Crimes of Two-Face" goes on to feature Batman's first attempt to bring Two-Face to justice while seeking redemption for Dent. The bizarre climax set up Two-Face's tormented future. (In a forgotten extra tragedy, the only plastic surgeon who could have possible helped Dent recover had recently been kidnapped by Nazis while visiting Germany.) Two-Face may have been too disturbing a villain to ever make it onto the '60s Batman TV series, but Harvey Dent's dangerous alter-ego has remained a vital part of DC's boldest storytelling over the Comic Ages, with fans eager awaiting the return of a big-screen Two-Face in the DC Extended Universe.
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Over the past 7 ½ decades this comic has persevered, sure it has some telltale signs of its history, but it only adds to the charm of this important key. The first appearance of Two-Face is indeed an important occurrence in the Batman mythos, as the character is still one of the Bat’s top frenemies today. Boasting strong hues and stable construction, this book is a perennial favorite and there are only three original condition copies above this one, there are plenty of treats in this auction for Bat-fans and this is an excellent addition to the mix. Jerry Robinson’s cover design keeps viewers holding their breath like a cliffhanger at the end of a Batman ‘66 TV episode, tune in next time for more thrills and chills!
Overstreet Guide 2020 VF/F (7.0) value = $9,100