Batman & Robin Adventures ##15
DC Comics • The Batman & Robin Adventures (1995-1997)
Writer
Ty Templeton
Interior Artist
Brandon Kruse
Cover Artist
Ty Templeton
Publication Date
December 1996
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Dick Grayson (Robin) returns to Haly’s Circus, where he meets Boston Brand (Deadman). The story involves the spirit of Deadman assisting Robin in solving a mystery within the circus environment. Part of the DC Animated Universe (DCAU) continuity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and wear on the upper right and lower left corners; minor edge wear; subtle surface scuffing/non-color breaking creases visible under light.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded: $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $5 on eBay; CGC 9.8 copies have reached $80-$100, but mid-range copies typically sell for less than the cost of grading.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The condition appears to be mid-grade (approx. 6.0), and the market value in this condition does not justify the grading fees. Better kept as a reader copy or in a bag and board.
Notable Features
Features Deadman; Newsstand edition identified by the barcode in the lower left; Artwork based on the style of Batman: The Animated Series.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1996 newsstand original. The paper stock, ink saturation, and UPC placement are consistent with DC Comics' production standards for the mid-90s.