Batman #DC-14
DC Comics • DC 100 Page Super Spectacular
Writer
Bill Finger, Gardner Fox, Robert Kanigher
Interior Artist
Bob Kane, Sheldon Moldoff, Jerry Robinson, Dick Sprang
Cover Artist
Nick Cardy
Publication Date
February 1973
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This is a giant-sized anthology issue featuring several reprinted stories. It includes Batman in 'The Joker's Utility Belt' (from Batman #73), a Wildcat story 'Case of the Crimson Cat', and a Robin solo story. It serves as a celebration of the Golden and Silver Age history of the Batman family.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Moderate corner blunting on the top and bottom right. Notable edge wear across the top. Discoloration/tanning visible on the edges of the newsprint pages. Surface wear and possible light creasing on the right side of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55 | Graded 4.0: $75 - $100
Recent Sales
Low-grade raw copies (GD/VG) typically sell for $25-$40; mid-grade (FN/VF) copies can reach $120-$180. High grade (NM) copies are rare for these thick giants and command $400+.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading given the visible wear and current market value for a 4.0 grade. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees would likely exceed the value added. Best kept in a high-quality Mylar bag with a backing board.
Notable Features
Features the 'DC 100 Page Super Spectacular' branding with the iconic wrap-around style cover design. Includes classic Joker story content. Part of the DC-series numbering (DC-14) which identified these giant-sized issues in the early 70s.
Authentication Notes
The 50 cent cover price and '31604' code are correct for the 1973 original. The paper quality of the interior pages is standard newsprint which shows typical age-related oxidation.