Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight ##1
DC Comics • Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight
Writer
Denny O'Neil
Interior Artist
Ed Hannigan
Cover Artist
Ed Hannigan
Publication Date
November 1989
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Orange/Black)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Begins the 'Shaman' storyline, detailing an untold tale of Batman early in his career, encountering mysticism and a mysterious ritual in Alaska.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Book appears to be bagged and boarded, showing sharp corners, crisp edges, and no visible major creasing or spine stress ticks in the visible areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5 - $15. Graded (CGC 9.8) value: $30 - $50.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales range between $5 and $10 depending on platform and condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth the cost of professional grading (CGC/CBCS) on its own unless part of a bulk submission or high-grade set, as the raw value is relatively low.
Notable Features
First new solo Batman title since 1940, highly anticipated launch featuring prestige-style cardboard cover stock for the direct edition.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC direct edition features present, correct colors, sharp typography, proper thickness of cover stock indicating authenticity.