The Batman Adventures ##25
DC Comics • The Batman Adventures Vol. 1
Writer
Kelley Puckett
Interior Artist
Mike Parobeck
Cover Artist
Mike Parobeck
Publication Date
Early November 1994
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Sales)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a team-up between Batman and Superman. Batman travels to Metropolis to help Superman deal with Lex Luthor and Maxie Zeus. This issue also includes a 'Batman All-Star Pin-Up Gallery'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible corner blunting on the top left and bottom right corners; minor spine stress ticks; slight surface scuffing on the yellow background; small production-related paper wave on the right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (9.8): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $15 to $40 depending on sharp corners. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $150.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a key issue for the series, it is only worth grading if it can achieve a 9.6 or 9.8 grade. A press and clean could likely correct the slight waviness to push it closer to 9.4-9.6.
Notable Features
First appearance of Superman (Clark Kent) in the DC Animated Universe (DCAU) comic continuity; Direct Sales edition with UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic original printing. Correct cover gloss for the mid-90s DC stock; staple placement is consistent with manufacturer standards; presence of the 'Direct Sales' UPC and correct price box for 'Early Nov 94'.