Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight ##11
DC Comics • Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989)
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Paul Gulacy
Cover Artist
Paul Gulacy
Publication Date
September 1990
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part One of the 'Prey' storyline. Set in the early days of Batman's career, Hugo Strange begins a campaign to discredit Batman and discover his secret identity, while a new task force led by Jim Gordon is formed to hunt the vigilante.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker residue or sticker on top left cover. Significant spine wear with multiple color-breaking stress ticks. Bottom edge shows small tears and whitening. Right edge has minor chipping. Corners are blunted.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Fine grade sell for $2-$5. High-grade 9.8 copies occasionally reach $55 on auction platforms.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading exceed the market value for this specific condition. Pressing would not fix the color-breaking spine damage or the edge tears.
Notable Features
First part of the iconic 'Prey' arc. Features Hugo Strange. Direct Edition copy (no UPC barcode, replaced by DC logo/art).
Authentication Notes
The paper stock, coloring, and logo positioning are consistent with early 1990s DC copper/modern age transitions. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are visible from the image.