The Bat-Man: First Knight #Book One
DC Comics (Black Label) • The Bat-Man: First Knight
Writer
Dan Jurgens
Interior Artist
Mike Perkins
Cover Artist
Mike Perkins
Publication Date
May 2024
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Set in 1939, this reimagined origin story follows Bruce Wayne early in his career as ‘The Bat-Man’ during the lead-up to World War II. He investigates a series of gruesome murders committed by the 'Monster Men' against the backdrop of a gritty, noir Gotham City.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Generally sharp corners; very minor blunting at the top right corner. The spine appears tight with no visible color-breaking stress ticks. Minimal surface wear visible on the white negative space of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $6.00 - $8.00 / Graded (9.8): $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for cover price ($6.99) plus shipping. 9.8 graded copies have sold in the range of $40 to $60.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection. As a modern, high-print-run issue, the cost of grading usually exceeds the premium gained in value for this specific title.
Notable Features
First issue of the limited series; prestige format (oversized); Black Label imprint; historical 1930s setting reflecting the character's publication debut year.
Authentication Notes
Genuine DC Black Label product; high-quality matte cardstock cover with distinct oversized dimensions (approx. 8.5 x 10.8 inches). Proper logo placement for DC Black Label on lower right.