The Batman Adventures ##1
DC Comics • The Batman Adventures Vol. 1
Writer
Kelley Puckett
Interior Artist
Ty Templeton
Cover Artist
Ty Templeton
Publication Date
October 1992
Cover Variant
Regular/Newsstand Edition (UPC Barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First issue in the series based on the critically acclaimed Batman: The Animated Series. Batman attempts to stop the Penguin from committing a high-profile heist.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; blunting and minor wear on the lower-left corner; some surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover; slightly uneven staples.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $100 - $150; Graded (8.0): $200 - $250; Graded (9.8): $1,000+
Recent Sales
High-grade 9.8 copies have recently sold for $1,200-$1,800. Raw copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for $120-$200.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading. It is a major key issue and even a mid-high grade (8.0-9.0) significantly stabilizes its value. A professional cleaning and press could potentially raise the grade by addressing surface indentations.
Notable Features
Major Key: First appearance of the DCAU (Animated Series) versions of Batman and Penguin in comics. Newsstand edition with UPC barcode. Highly sought after by 1990s collectors and animation fans.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with period-accurate gloss and newsstand UPC. The 'First Issue' banner and price box alignment match 1992 production standards.