Batman pits the caped crusader against his greatest foe. Batman began publication in the spring of 1940 and was published until 2011. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics, the series which began in 1940. This 1941 comic was the second issue of dc comics then called nationals book that contained both superman and batman stories in it. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Batman 1940 comic read batman 1940 comic online in high. Batman first edition special issue comic book mint old dealer store stock never distributed est. Thats quite an investment if you still have one that you only paid ten cents for. Batman 1940 comic read batman 1940 comic online in. Jan 01, 2020 open the box of your first edition batman rebirth batman 4inch action figure to discover an amazing figure of the caped crusader, your mission on a cool collector card, and 3 mystery accessories. Bidding ended sunday evening, with 48 bids received.
This was the very first comic book adaptation of one of batmans motion pictures with art by jerry ordway, illustrator of the superman comics. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Dec 07, 2010 batmans first appearance in a restored 1939 edition of detective comics is expected to fetch. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with the cover date summer 1939. Four new series set in the world of the vertigo classic. His creator was bob kane, an artist and writer aiming to find a new hero to. Detective comics wikipedia famous first edition batman 1975 f 5s vg 4 0 batman comic book wikipedia batman comic book price guide issue 1 to 100. This section also generally handles titles that have spun off of the core batman titles to feature related characters. The detective comics edition featuring batmans first appearance the caped crusader made his entrance on the us comic book scene in the monthly detective comics. Geoff johns and gary frank bring the dc and watchmen universes together. Batman first edition special issue comic book apr 09. Dc started publishing batman in the spring of 1940.
Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. All stories in this issue consist of reprint material drawn from previous issues of detective comics. This was the very first comic book adaptation of one of batman s motion pictures with art by jerry ordway, illustrator of the superman comics. Batman 1989 film comic adaptation batman wiki fandom. The joker, a crazed psychotic killer with a sinister smile and a comedic flair. Thats the sound of comic book excitement coming to life and ebay has all the brands, genres and issues any fanboy or fangirl could ever want. This trade paperback edition represents the landmark miniseries, with a new cover by miller and 28 pages of new material, including a new introduction, endpapers and chapter headings by miller, the original covers to the miniseries and warner books edition, the plot to the dark knight falls, and material from millers sketchbook. Batman first edition special issue comic book apr 09, 2020. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Mar, 2020 and other comic book legends revealed and why does batman carry shark repellent. This almost exact replica edition is 10 x 12 about the size of a life magazine. The original, 1940 first edition is standard comic book size. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
More information about this seller contact this seller 23. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any. Aug 25, 2014 a pristine edition of action comics no. Batman has been featured in many ongoing series, limited series and graphic novels published by dc comics.
Apr 20, 2017 detective comics wikipedia famous first edition batman 1975 f 5s vg 4 0 batman comic book wikipedia batman comic book price guide issue 1 to 100. Mar 12, 2018 batman v superman was from a world totally different from the dark knight, while the dark knight being one of my most favorite movies of all time, if i were to give you a top 5 of the best movies. First look at dcs 2020 batman comic book revealed exclusive october 17, 2019 9. It was also reprinted in a collection of all the warner movie adaptations called batman. Hobbizine comic book value guides list prices in all conditions from good to mint. These titles have been handled or coordinated through a single editorial section at dc comics.
In 1979, something happened in comics that would change everything marvel made its first sales of distinct direct edition type comic books to specialty comic shops, at discounted prices but on a nonreturnable basis. Plus, the first appearances of the joker and catwoman referred to as the cat. It usually featured reprints of previously published stories but a few issues contained new material. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. That was a major development, because outside of some nonreturnable comics produced for. A beginners guide to batman comics speakeasy magazine. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade.
Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. Following the adventures of gothams dark knight, batman is one of comics longestrunning monthly comic books. This batman, now in his fifties, comes out of retirement with all the subtlety of a highly skilled battering ram, leaving gothams criminals beaten, bloodied and broken as he pounds his inexorable way toward a shocking showdown with his his most hated arch enemy, the joker and, in comicdoms most sensational finale, the batman must face the. This 1940 issue pitted the dynamic duo against classic menaces including professor hugo strange. After a successful year of publishing batman stories in detective comics. Batman proved to be so popular that a selftitled ongoing comic book series began publication with a cover date of spring 1940. As with most books of the era, it consisted of various stories featuring batman and his recently introduced sidekick, robin. The bat and the beast by peter milligan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lets talk about the very first batman comic in 1939. The first comic dedicated exclusively to the dark knight. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans.
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History batman was the first comic book series featuring batman as the protagonist. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. This was the first issue of the series to be titled worlds finest comics, the title it would retain for the next 45 years. In the issue, a crime syndicate plan on breaking the joker out of the. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Dc comics can be worth a small fortune, especially when batman is the star of the. F6 limited collectors silver mint series paperback 1975 by. F6 limited collectors silver mint series bob kane on. First look at dcs 2020 batman comic book revealed exclusive. This comic has captured the hearts of fans for many reasons, whether it is for the dramatic introduction of an intriguing new villain or the masterful odes to comic history, this graphic novel delivers on every front.
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