Batman: The Long Halloween ##1
DC Comics • Batman: The Long Halloween
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Tim Sale
Cover Artist
Tim Sale
Publication Date
December 1996
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Set during Batman's early days, a mysterious killer named Holiday begins murdering mobsters only on holidays. Batman, Jim Gordon, and Harvey Dent form a pact to stop the killer before the city tears itself apart.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress with slight ticks visible along the left edge, sharp corners with very minimal blunting, flat cover with no major creases, excellent color gloss and vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $50 to $80; Graded CGC 9.2 estimated between $100 to $150 depending on current market fluctuations.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Batman: The Long Halloween #1 in high grade (9.0-9.4) range from $90 to $140 for CGC-slabbed copies.
Grading Recommendation
Worth considering for professional grading (CGC or CBCS) if aiming to maximize value for a high-demand modern key issue, though raw value is already decent. A light press could potentially bump it to a 9.4 or 9.6.
Notable Features
First issue of the critically acclaimed 13-part limited series by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, highly sought after by collectors and fans.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Comics Direct Edition appearance from the late 1990s with correct paper stock, glossy cover finish, and vibrant ink registration indicating authenticity.