Batman: Vengeance of Bane ##1
DC Comics • Batman: Vengeance of Bane Special
Writer
Chuck Dixon
Interior Artist
Graham Nolan
Cover Artist
Glenn Fabry
Publication Date
January 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Details the origin story of Bane, from his brutal upbringing in Peña Blanca prison on Santa Prisca to becoming the man who would break the Bat, serving as a direct prelude to the Knightfall saga.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Book appears to be in a protective bag and board showing sharp corners, flat cover, crisp gloss, and minimal to no spine stress. Minor handling wear may be present upon closer raw inspection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50. Graded (CGC 9.2/9.4): $80 - $150.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for CGC 9.2 range around $80 to $100, while higher grades like 9.6 push over $200 depending on market fluctuations.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if high-grade is confirmed out of the bag (9.4 or higher). A clean and press could push it into a solid Near Mint tier, increasing its value above the grading cost.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bane, Bird, Trogg, and Zombie, as well as the origin of Bane and his addiction to Venom.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Comics square-bound prestige format with cardstock cover, correct vintage coloring, paper stock, and staple placement matching authentic 1993 first print issues.