Batman with Robin the Teen Wonder ##232
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Dennis O'Neil
Interior Artist
Neal Adams
Cover Artist
Neal Adams
Publication Date
June 1971
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of Ra's al Ghul. The story 'Daughter of the Demon' involves Batman teaming up with Ra's al Ghul to find Talia al Ghul and Robin, who have both been kidnapped. This issue marks the beginning of one of Batman's most iconic rivalries.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine roll and wear; multiple spine stress lines; blunting and minor rounding of corners; significant edge wear on the right side; possible tanning of the yellow background; minor surface soiling; visible crease on the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $500; Graded (CGC 4.0): $650 - $850
Recent Sales
Mid-grade copies (4.0-5.0) have recently sold between $600 and $900 in the current market, while high-grade (9.0+) exceed $3,000.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, highly recommended. This is a primary Bronze Age key. Professional pressing could improve the spine roll and corner crease, potentially bumping it to a 5.0 or 5.5, which would significantly increase liquidity and value.
Notable Features
First appearance of Ra's al Ghul; Neal Adams cover and interior art; key Bronze Age issue; 15 cent cover price edition; Daughter of the Demon storyline.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1971 issuance. Periodic check of interior indicia and paper quality recommended to confirm against modern high-quality reprints (Facsimiles), though the visible wear and paper age indicate an original copy.