Batman Giant #No. 262
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Dennis O'Neil
Interior Artist
Ernie Chua (Ernie Chan)
Cover Artist
Nick Cardy (layouts) and Ernie Chua (Ernie Chan)
Publication Date
April 1975
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the lead story 'The Scarecrow's Trail of Fear!' where Batman faces Jonathan Crane (Scarecrow) on a roller coaster. This issue is a 100-page Giant format. Key characters include Batman, Scarecrow, and Dick Grayson (Robin).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress with small color-breaking ticks. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Very light edge wear on the right side. Excellent color saturation and gloss preservation with no visible foxing or tanning on the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $40 - $60; Graded (9.0+): $120 - $180
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $35 and $55. CGC 9.4 and 9.6 copies periodically reach $200+ depending on market demand.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if aiming for a 9.2 or higher. A professional clean and press could likely resolve the minor spine impressions and elevate it to a 9.2-9.4 range, significantly increasing its liquidity and value in the collector market.
Notable Features
Bronze Age 100-page Super Spectacular Giant issue. Notable for the Ernie Chan cover featuring Scarecrow. 50-cent cover price issue. Includes several reprints of classic Batman stories alongside the new lead story.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s DC publication. Correct 50c price point and 31515 code match the 1975 Bronze Age print run. Paper stock appears consistent with the slightly heavier covers used for the G-series giant issues.