Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight Halloween Special ##1
DC Comics • Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight Halloween Specials
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Tim Sale
Cover Artist
Tim Sale
Publication Date
December 1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The first of the acclaimed Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale Batman Halloween specials, setting the tone for their later miniseries like The Long Halloween and Dark Victory.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress and light surface wear consistent with being bagged and boarded, sharp corners with minimal blunting.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40, Graded (CGC 9.2): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in the $25 to $35 range depending on retailer and condition specifics.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate value; professional grading may be worthwhile if the grade hits 9.4 or higher, but at around 9.2 the cost of grading might outweigh the net value increase.
Notable Features
First collaboration on a Batman Halloween special by Loeb and Sale, highly sought-after by fans of their Batman mysteries.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard DC printing characteristics from the era, clean color registration, and correct paper stock.