Batman vs. The Incredible Hulk ##1 (Treasury Edition)
DC Comics & Marvel Comics • DC and Marvel Present #1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez (Pencils), Dick Giordano (Inks)
Cover Artist
Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez
Publication Date
Autumn 1981
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A historic crossover featuring a battle between Batman and the Hulk, who are manipulated into conflict by the Joker and the Shaper of Worlds. Features iconic scenes of Batman using gas to incapacitate the Hulk.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Heavy wear to oversized covers including significant spine splitting and stress lines. Visible moisture staining and tanning along the top edge and top-right corner. Corner blunting and multiple color-breaking creases across the front cover. General surface soiling/foxing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50 | Graded (3.0): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies in 2.0 to 4.0 range typically sell for $25-$55 depending on overall eye appeal. Higher grade copies (9.0+) can exceed $300.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading for an oversized treasury edition would exceed the market value of a 3.0 grade specimen.
Notable Features
Oversized 'Treasury' format (10 x 13.5 inches). Second major DC/Marvel crossover following Superman/Spider-Man. Features Joker and Shaper of Worlds as secondary antagonists.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1981 oversized treasury edition. Paper stock exhibits age-appropriate tanning and newsprint texture. Price of $2.50 is correct for 1981 treasury releases.