Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #Annual #2
DC Comics • Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight Annual
Writer
Denny O'Neil
Interior Artist
Dan Netzer
Cover Artist
Dan Netzer
Publication Date
1992
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Titled 'Vows', this annual features a standalone story focusing on the early days of Batman's career, exploring themes of justice, vengeance, and the toll it takes on ordinary lives as Bruce Wayne interacts with Commissioner Gordon and other Gotham figures.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded showing minimal surface wear, sharp corners with very slight blunting on the bottom left, clean spine with no notable color breaks, and good gloss. Minor handling wear typical of a well-preserved direct edition from 1992.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 9.0-9.4): $30.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw copies generally range between $3 to $8 depending on platform and shipping, with high-grade slabbed copies commanding slightly more.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger bulk submission, as the raw market value does not easily cover the cost of modern grading fees.
Notable Features
Features a striking painted cover by Dan Netzer and a self-contained story part of the annual event line for 1992, Direct Edition with DC bullet logo.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s DC paper stock, correct direct edition barcode box with Batman logo, clear color separation, and authentic painted cover texture characteristic of legitimate original printing.