The Batgirl Adventures ##1
DC Comics • The Batgirl Adventures (One-Shot)
Writer
Kelley Puckett
Interior Artist
Mike Parobeck
Cover Artist
Mike Parobeck
Publication Date
January 1998
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A self-contained story set in the DC Animated Universe (Batman: The Animated Series). Batgirl (Barbara Gordon) must team up with Harley Quinn to rescue Poison Ivy from a group of kidnappers. It features the iconic dynamic between the three female leads in the Bruce Timm art style.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom left corner. Overall high gloss retention and clean edges. Minor surface wear likely present on the back, but the front presents very well with vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (9.0-9.4): $80 - $120; Graded (9.8): $300+
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade typically sell for $40 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have reached over $350 due to the popularity of the Timm-verse art style and Harley Quinn collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if a professional cleaning and press can guarantee a 9.6 or higher. At the current estimated 9.0, the cost of grading may outweigh the immediate value increase unless it is for personal preservation.
Notable Features
Features Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy. Highly sought after by fans of Batman: The Animated Series and the 'Adventures' line. Contains the 'Fox Kids' logo on the cover. First and only issue of this specific one-shot series.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1998 DC publishing standards. Glossy cover stock and newsprint-style interior pages. Correct price markings ($1.25 US) and CCA (Comics Code Authority) seal are present.