Detective Comics presents Batman and Batgirl ##408
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Neal Adams and Dick Giordano
Cover Artist
Neal Adams
Publication Date
February 1971
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The lead story 'The House That Haunted Batman' features Batman investigating a house that seemingly erases Robin from existence. Key characters include Batman and Robin. The backup story features Batgirl in 'The Adventure of the Trial of the Year'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant spine wear with color-breaking creases, heavy abrasions and paper loss on the right edge/margin, corner blunting, possible staining/foxing on the white panels, and multiple small tears along the edges. The cover appears to have significant surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded: $40 - $55
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies (2.0-3.0) have recently sold for approximately $18-$22 on auction sites. Higher grade copies (9.0+) can fetch over $250.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees ($25+) plus shipping would likely exceed the final market value of the book in this condition (estimated 2.0).
Notable Features
Classic Neal Adams cover art; key Bronze Age issue. Features a unique transformation/disintegration cover sequence. Contains a Batgirl backup story.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic with correct 15-cent price point for the 1971 era, standard Bronze Age paper stock aging, and Neal Adams' signature art style consistent with other printed copies of No. 408.