Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight ##1
DC Comics • Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight
Writer
Denny O'Neil
Interior Artist
Ed Hannigan
Cover Artist
Dennis O'Neil and Ed Hannigan
Publication Date
November 1989
Cover Variant
Yellow Cover (Collector's Special)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue launches the 'Shaman' storyline (Parts 1-5), featuring Batman facing a mystical threat in Alaska during his early years as a crimefighter. Bruce Wayne encounters a wounded man who introduces him to Native American mysticism.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded with a handwritten sticker placed on the outer polybag reading 'ALL 4 COVERS FIRST PRINTS'. The cover appears clean with sharp corners and good gloss, though slight spine stress may be present underneath the bag. Overall structural integrity looks solid.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #1 range between $5 and $15 depending on the specific cover variant, with high-grade CGC 9.8 copies selling around $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete 4-cover set for a registry, as the cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) outweighs the current market value of a single raw copy in 9.0 condition.
Notable Features
This is the first issue of the hit ongoing series 'Legends of the Dark Knight', marketed as the first new solo Batman book since 1940. It was released with four different colored variants for the iconic minimalist cover design (Yellow, Orange, Green, and Red).
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard DC bullet logo of the era, correct UPC/price box positioning, and proper color saturation consistent with 1989 first printings.