The Batman Adventures ##36
DC Comics • The Batman Adventures Vol. 1
Writer
Ty Templeton
Interior Artist
Rick Burchett
Cover Artist
Rick Burchett
Publication Date
October 1995
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition with UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Last issue of the original Batman Adventures series (based on Batman: The Animated Series). Story involves Batman dealing with Hugo Strange and reflects on his career through a montage of previous adventures shown in the background art.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom left corner. Gloss is high and color registration is centered, but there is some minor polybag wrinkling reflecting on the surface.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (9.0+): $80 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $35 and $55. 9.8 graded copies occasionally reach $250+ due to the finale nature of the run.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it can achieve a 9.6 or higher. A professional press and clean might elevate this copy, but currrently, it is best kept as a high-grade raw collectible.
Notable Features
Final issue of the series. Features a retrospective cover and story content celebrating the Emmy award-winning animated series run. Includes Hugo Strange. Direct Sales barcode present.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Correct $1.75 US cover price for 1995. Features the standard DC 'bullet' logo and approved by the Comics Code Authority stamp.