Batman (1940) comic books graded by CGC

Batman (1940) 43 CGC 3.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4417376001

Cover pencils by Jim Mooney, inks by Ray Burnley. "The Blackbird of Banditry!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Jim Mooney, inks by Ray Burnley; When the Joker and Catwoman begin to dominate the headlines, the Penguin commits another series of spectacular crimes to overshadow them; However, even though his crimes are inspired by rare birds, the clues lead Batman and Robin to capturing the Penguin once more. Wheaties ad featuring Harry Brecheen. "Next Stop--Danger!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Jim Mooney, inks by Ray Burnley; Batman and Robin capture a couple of criminals who have hijacked a train from Gotham's Subway and five innocent lives are permanently changed for good after they are saved by the Dynamic Duo. A Date with Judy comic book ad. Untitled Prof. Pipp story, script and art by Jack Farr. "The Four Horsemen of Crime!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Jim Mooney, inks by Ray Burnley; A large gang of thieves break into Professor Nichols' house and steal Nichols' time machine to bring four bandits from the past; The historic criminals terrorize Gotham until they are stopped by Batman and Robin. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 46 CGC 2.0 Restored

Restored: B1

Paper: Off white

Restoration Includes: Small of Color Touch on Cover.

Label #4290048002

Cover art by Win Mortimer. "Guileful Greetings!" or "The Joker Sends Regards!", script by Don C. Cameron, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; When Joker breaks out of jail the underworld throws a party for his escape complete with giant greeting cards; Drawing inspiration, the Joker commits a series of crimes where he sends Batman cryptic greeting cards giving the caped crusader clues as to what he intends rob. Wheaties ad with Leo Johnson. "Big House Chaplain!", script by Don C. Cameron, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Gene McDonald; Batman infilitrates the Gotham Prison to break down a large network of criminals working from inside. Western Comics ad. "Clean Up" text story by Kit Marlin, art by Raymond Perry. Gang Busters comic ad. "The Batman That History Forgot!", script by Don C. Cameron, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Gene McDonald; Professor Carter Nichols wants to learn about a man named Batman in the 15th Century and he sends Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson back in time; The Dynamic Duo meet with Leonardo da Vinci and they help him fight back the oppression caused by a cruel ruler. One-page Nervous Norman story by Phil Berube. Half-page Daffy & Doodle story by Lit-Win. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 54 CGC 4.5 Restored

Restored: C1

Paper: Off white to white

Restoration includes: small of color touch on cover, small amount of glue on spine of cover.

Label #4417376002

Cover pencils by Win Mortimer, inks by Charles Paris. The Treasure Hunter!, art by Jim Mooney; A bad guy begins stealing valuable collectors items from rich people in Gotham City; Batman and Robin intervene. The Door Without a Key!, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson get lost in Florida and discover an ancient castle; As Batman and Robin, they find a long lost fugitive; When they return in the Batplane, they can't find castle. Wonder Drug article, art by Raymond Perry. Untitled two-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. The Amazing Masquerade!, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Batman and Robin battle John Foster and the Human Spider Mob. Safety First public service announcement starring Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Wayne Boring. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 60 CGC 2.5 Restored

Restored: C2

Paper: White

Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover.

Label #4417376003

Cover by Jim Mooney. Crime Through the Ages!, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; , Bruce Wayne, a member of the directors of the Gotham Museum, proposes to create a building in which every floor of the construction will feature a recreation of important historic eras; The building is forced to close because of several accidents; Batman and Robin investigate. -page Shorty story by Henry Boltinoff. The Counterfeit Batman!, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Crime boss Shark Marlin goes to Wayne Manor and blackmails Bruce into impersonating Batman to drive away his rival gang; With Dick's life in danger, Bruce has no choice but to agree; When Marlin gets suspicious of Bruce, he prepares a trap to discover is Bruce is actually Batman. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. The Men Behind the Men in White text article. -page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Dog Show one-page story, script by Stookie Allen. The Auto Circus Mystery!, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; A car stealing racket begins operating in Gotham City; Commissioner Gordon has Batman investigate the case of the stolen cars. Half-page Daffy & Doodle story. Job Counselor public service announcement starring Superboy, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 98 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Slab: Significant scuff(s) front or back

Label #4014319024

Cover by Win Mortimer. "The Return of Mister Future," script by Arnold Drake (pages 1-7, first Drake story for DC) and Bill Finger (pages 7-8), pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Crooks steal a secret weapon created by author Jules Verne, so the Capred Crusaders travel back in time, bring Verne back to the present, and have him design a counter weapon that will nullify his deadly weapon. 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Healthy Teeth for You and Your Pet! public service announcement with Buzzy, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. "The Desert Island Batman," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Bruce takes a cruise on a yacht populated by millionaires because he suspects something will happen, and it does when a gang hijacks the ship and holds the millionaires captive on an island. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Patrolman with Six Legs article by Joe Mallory. "Secret of the Batmobile," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Vicki Vale unwittingly discovers the true identity of the Batman without knowing it when she takes a photo of the Batmobile after it's engine was damaged. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 99 CGC 4.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Label #4286781005

Cover pencils by Win Mortimer, inks by Stan Kaye. The Penguin's first Earth-1 appearance in "The Golden Eggs!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Batman must stop the Fowl Felon's latest crime spree, which is based on the type of birds hatched from eggs. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "Batman--Frontier Marshall," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Attempting to refute a newspaper article from the frontier days that claims he once used a gun, Batman travels back in time to investigate the article in more depth. It's Fun to Belong! public service announcement with Binky, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. One-page Jerry the Jitterbug story by Henry Boltinoff. Legal Lawbreakers article by John Mallory. "The Phantom of the Bat-Cave!", script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Batman is puzzled when a trophy from a case he just completed disappears and is replaced by another item...right in the confines of the Bat-Cave; When this happens again and again, Batman fears the worst: a crook has discovered the location of the Bat-Cave! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 180 CGC 6.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4252797004

Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Murphy Anderson. "Death Knocks Three Times!", script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; Batman stops a crook in a skeleton costume who boasts that he will escape justice; On the way from the courtroom, the man falls over and apparently dies, a fact that haunts the Batman, especially when he thinks of the man's boast; When Death-Man reappears, the Caped Crusaders get him again, only to have him die a second time, only to be resurrected again; Batman wonders: will the third time be the "lucky" charm that ends this menace? Cap's Hobby Hints activity half-page by Henry Boltinoff. Health Myths Debunked! public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff; How to treat frostbite, a black eye, and does cutting your hair make it grow faster? Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 181 CGC 4.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3750972008

The 1st appearance of Poison Ivy. Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Murphy Anderson. "Beware of--Poison Ivy!", script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; While Bruce and Dick are attending an art show, a woman shows up, claiming to be the greatest criminal of those currently residing in Gotham. Centerspread is a great two-page color poster of Batman and Robin, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Murphy Anderson. "The Perfect Crime--Slightly Imperfect!", script by Gardner Fox, inks by Sid Greene; At the latest meeting of the Anaylists, Kaye announces that she didn't write her latest book, and seems to be threatened by a voice from her brooch; Batman has a feeling that the Kaye at the meeting is an imposter, so he looks into the matter. Letter from future comics writer Mike Friedrich. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 230 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4213359013

Cover pencils by Neal Adams, inks by Dick Giordano. "Take-Over of Paradise!", script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Dick Giordano; Batman disrupts violent protests and organizes the young people on the streets in order to put them on the right path protest; After a new housing project is announced, they commit violence again. Robin the Boy Wonder in "Danger Comes A-Looking!", script by Mike Friedrich, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Dick Giordano; Robin discovers who bombed the ROTC building on Hudson University. Letter to the editor from comics writer and DC "Answer Man" Bob Rozakis. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Batman (1940) 256 CGC 3.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4423956003

100-page giant. Cover by Nick Cardy. Ever wonder where Batman got those wonderful trophies for the Bat-Cave from? Well, this exciting issue answers that questions and tells the tales of Batman's trophies. "Catwoman's Circus Caper!", script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Dick Giordano; When Bruce discovers that Dick has left Hudson University to investigate some mystery at the Tip-Top Circus, Batman decides to join the Teen Wonder to investigate a murder at the circus. "Dinosaur Island!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Paul Cooper (as Bob Kane), inks by Ray Burnley; Batman and Robin are challenged to a game of "Touch Hunt" on famed Dinosaur Island in return for a gift to charity in the amount of $5000...if they win the game. "The Penny Plunderers!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Bob Kane, inks by Ray Burnley; Throughout his life, Joe Coyne felt threatened, done in by pennies and coppers, so he decides to use the "copper penny" as a trademark of his crimes. "Brothers in Crime!", script by Don Cameron, pencils by Jerry Robinson, inks by Jerry Robinson and George Roussos (backgrounds); While visiting their trophy room, the Caped Crusaders come across a bullet-proof vest, a keepsake from a case involving the Rafferty Brothers, who unwittingly implicated their brother Peter in a murder. "The Thousand and One Trophies of Batman!", script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Bob Kane, inks by Charles Paris; As they add trophy 1000 to the Bat-Cave's collection, the Caped Crusaders decide to check over the other trophies to make sure they are in good shape; The evil Dr. Doom is hiding inside and plans to rig some of the trophies in the Bat-Cave to kill the Dynamic Duo. "The Secret of Batman Island!" script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; The founder/owner of Batman Island is followed home by criminals seeking films the man has been shooting that could finger them for a crime they committed. The Catwoman! character profile. 100 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 257 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4423956004

100-page giant. Cover by Nick Cardy. "Hail Emperor Penguin!", script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Dick Giordano; When a young King is kidnapped by the Penguin, it takes the efforts of Batman, Robin and Talia to free him from the madman's clutches. The Penguin's Unique Umbrellas! panels from previous comics. "Hunt for a Robin-Killer!", script by Gardner F. Fox, art by Gil Kane; After finding the Boy Wonder nearly dead from a brutal beating, a vengeful Batman hits the streets to find the man responsible. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "Ally Babble and the Fourteen Peeves!", script by Bill Finger, art by Dick Sprang; Ally Babble accepts the offer of $5000 from a rich man to eliminate 14 peeves he has against others, but is soon charged with ripping off the man who paid him. "Conversational Clue!", script by Mort Weisinger, art by Jerry Robinson; When Alfred accidently hears some unsettling conversation in a local library, he follows the clue up...which nearly costs him his life! "Die Small--Die Big!", script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Joe Giella; The appearance of a man dressed as the Batman at a party at Wayne Mansion and carrying a death threat for the Caped Crusader spurs Batman to attack the problem alone without the aid of Robin. "Rackety-Rax Racket!", script by Don Cameron, art by Dick Sprang (as Bob Kane); A series of crazy college initiations are actually a blind for daring thefts masterminded by the Joker! 100 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 260 CGC 3.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4423956005

Cover by Nick Cardy. "This Onell Kill You, Batman." 20 pages. Story by Denny ONeil. Pencils by Irv Novick. Inks by Dick Giordano. The Joker douses Batman with a chemical that causes him to laugh uncontrollably. Now Batman must come up with a way to counteract it before the Harlequin of Hate causes him to die laughing. "The Grade A Crimes." 13 pages. Reprinted from Batman 16. Story by Ruth Lyons Kaufman. Pencils by Dick Sprang. Inks by Jack Burnley. Batman and Robin match wits with a gang of jewel thieves who specialize in before dawn robberies. "The Perfect Crime, Slightly Imperfect." 12 pages. Reprinted from Batman 181. Story by Gardner Fox. Pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (Ghosting for Bob Kane). Inks by Sid Greene. A mystery writer acquaintance of Batmans is kidnapped, only no one knows it because a double has replaced her. Only Batman picks up on the clue that gives the double away. Now he just has to save his friend. "The Case Without a Crime." 12 pages. Reprinted from Detective Comics 112. Story by Alvin Schwartz. Art by Win Mortimer. An innocent mistake leads Batman and Robin into a case where the only clue is a one dollar bill. "The Pearl of Peril." 4 pages. Reprinted from Batman 27. Art by Jerry Robinson. Alfred stars in a tale about a man who finds pearls in restaurant oysters. "The Riddlers Prison-Puzzle problem." 15 pages. Reprinted from Detective 377. Story by Gardner Fox. Pencils by Frank Springer. Inks by Sid Greene. To foil the Riddlers latest plan, Batman must get himself locked in the cell meant for the Prince of Puzzlers. 100 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Batman (1940) 296 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4279412009

Cover pencils by Sal Amendola, inks by Al Milgrom. "The Sinister Straws of the Scarecrow," script by David Vern (as David V. Reed), pencils by Sal Amendola; Criminals are running scared because of the fear instilled by the Scarecrow; They turn over their stolen goods to the police; Batman steps in and battles Scarecrow. Letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson. Daily Planet Volume 77 Issue 45 Week of November 7, 1977 article by Bob Rozakis; Information on Showcase #97, World's Finest Comics #249, comics on sale the week of November 14th and Ask the Answer Man! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

Batman (1940) 312 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4317205002

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Cover art by Walt Simonson and Dick Giordano. A Caper a Day Keeps the Batman at Bay!, script by Len Wein, pencils by Walt Simonson, inks by Dick Giordano; Calendar Man begins committing a crime for each day of the week, wearing a different outfit each time. Hostess Twinkies ad starring Superman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Answer Man featuring Bob Rozakis. Batman & Red Tornado strip by Fred Hembeck. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.40.

Batman (1940) 397 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4420618010

Cover art by Tom Mandrake. "Binary Brains," script by Doug Moench, art by Tom Mandrake; Batman, Catwoman, Robin, and Gordon meet on a rooftop; Batman and Robin go after Two-Face while Catwoman tracks down a woman who has a vendetta against Black Mask (Roman Sionis); Two-Face breaks in and takes some computers to help him decide which crimes to commit; He and his crew rob the Twin Towers Bank. Part 2 of 4, continued from Detective Comics (1937) #563. Continues in Detective Comics (1937) #564. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 423REP CGC 9.4 Reprint

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #4366232011

Second or later printing with TurboGrafx ad on back cover. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 427N CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4421040001

First printing. Newsstand Edition. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 2 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Jason meets his real mother, Sheila Haywood, but she turns out to be working for the Joker and allows her son to fall into his deadly hands inside of a warehouse; Joker beats Robin with a crowbar and leaves him for dead as a badly beaten Robin attempts to save his mom and himself from the dynamite left behind by the Joker as he leaves them both to a horrible fate; Batman watches in horror as the warehouse containing Jason and Sheila blows up, too late to stop the Joker. Infamous Phone Poll on death or life for Robin (Jason Todd). The Direct Sales copies of this comic, released first, contained a 1-800 phone number to either vote "for" or "against" the death of Jason Todd on the inside back cover. The newsstand copies, released 3 weeks later did not contain the 1-800 number. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

Batman (1940) 428 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4421040003

1st printing. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 3 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Death of Sheila Haywood; Burial of Sheila Haywood and Jason Todd; The Joker becomes the Iranian Ambassador to the U.N. Results of Phone Poll as to whether Robin dies this issue or not. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Batman (1940) 497D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #3926011002

This is the direct edition with the overlay cover. Bane breaks Batman's back in Batman KnightFall Part 11. Home turf does not prove an advantage when Bane breaks Batman's back in the Batcave in "The Broken Bat." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #664. Written by Doug Moench. Pencils by Jim Aparo. Inks by Dick Giordano. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 608A CGC 9.2 Lee

Paper: White

Label #4425730008

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose... 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 610 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425730010

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 3 of the 12-part "Hush." Even Arkham can't hold Killer Croc, or at least that's what Batman and Amanda Waller want him to believe. It seems tracking Gotham's most voracious reptile is the only way to find out who stole the 10 million clams. The problem is keeping Croc contained. The streets burn in this City of Shadows as Catwoman turns up the heat. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 610 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425730011

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 3 of the 12-part "Hush." Even Arkham can't hold Killer Croc, or at least that's what Batman and Amanda Waller want him to believe. It seems tracking Gotham's most voracious reptile is the only way to find out who stole the 10 million clams. The problem is keeping Croc contained. The streets burn in this City of Shadows as Catwoman turns up the heat. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 616 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425791014

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores June 25. "Hush" continues with a new story arc! Jeph Loeb's intricate mystery twists again, as the Dark Knight takes the battle back to his mysterious attacker! But when the trail leads Batman to Ra's Ah Ghul, is the Dark Knight close to the truth, or again being played in this deadly game? Guest-starring Catwoman, Talia and Lady Shiva, three women Batman does not want angry! For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 616 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4425791013

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores June 25. "Hush" continues with a new story arc! Jeph Loeb's intricate mystery twists again, as the Dark Knight takes the battle back to his mysterious attacker! But when the trail leads Batman to Ra's Ah Ghul, is the Dark Knight close to the truth, or again being played in this deadly game? Guest-starring Catwoman, Talia and Lady Shiva, three women Batman does not want angry! For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 616 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4425791015

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores June 25. "Hush" continues with a new story arc! Jeph Loeb's intricate mystery twists again, as the Dark Knight takes the battle back to his mysterious attacker! But when the trail leads Batman to Ra's Ah Ghul, is the Dark Knight close to the truth, or again being played in this deadly game? Guest-starring Catwoman, Talia and Lady Shiva, three women Batman does not want angry! For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 617 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425791016

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores July 30. With just three issues to go, the mystery of "Hush" deepens! For months, the relationship between Batman and Catwoman has been heating up. Everyone seems happy about it, except for Robin, the Boy Wonder! Robin's got some issues with Catwoman and the secrets she knows. Does Batman's young partner have the stuff to take out Catwoman? Or will the Cat swallow the little bird? It all leads up to Batman making the most startling discovery of all...and here's a hint: The story is titled "The Grave!" For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 617 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425791017

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores July 30. With just three issues to go, the mystery of "Hush" deepens! For months, the relationship between Batman and Catwoman has been heating up. Everyone seems happy about it, except for Robin, the Boy Wonder! Robin's got some issues with Catwoman and the secrets she knows. Does Batman's young partner have the stuff to take out Catwoman? Or will the Cat swallow the little bird? It all leads up to Batman making the most startling discovery of all...and here's a hint: The story is titled "The Grave!" For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 618 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425730012

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS After the shocking revelations of last issue, Batman faces the battle of his life! But, given the betrayals he's discovered, can Batman possibly fight the one person whom he cannot ? and will not ? fight? Was this the master plan all along? Or are there still more twists to come? One thing is for sure: you can't miss this issue! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 619A CGC 9.8 1st Printing

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4425756002

Hero Cover - Blue Background-1st Printing WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVERS BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS The pulse-pounding conclusion to the 12-part "Hush" story arc. Who is Hush? Why has this mysterious figure plagued Batman? All the secrets are revealed, and one thing is for sure: Nothing will ever be the same for the Dark Knight! The two triple-paneled gatefold covers feature Batman and his allies on one, and all the major Bat-villains on the other, showcasing Jim Lee's incredible vision of the dark world of Batman. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 619B CGC 9.6 1st Printing

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4425730005

Villian Cover-1st printing WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVERS BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores September 24. The pulse-pounding conclusion to the 12-part "Hush" story arc that has thrilled critics and fans alike, featuring two astounding variant triple-gatefold covers! Who is Hush? Why has this mysterious figure plagued Batman? All the secrets are revealed, and one thing is for sure: Nothing will ever be the same for the Dark Knight! The two triple-paneled gatefold covers feature Batman and his allies on one, and all the major Bat-villains on the other, showcasing Jim Lee's incredible vision of the dark world of Batman. For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 619D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425791010

Red Background Variant.WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVERS BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores September 24. The pulse-pounding conclusion to the 12-part "Hush" story arc that has thrilled critics and fans alike, featuring two astounding variant triple-gatefold covers! Who is Hush? Why has this mysterious figure plagued Batman? All the secrets are revealed, and one thing is for sure: Nothing will ever be the same for the Dark Knight! The two triple-paneled gatefold covers feature Batman and his allies on one, and all the major Bat-villains on the other, showcasing Jim Lee's incredible vision of the dark world of Batman. For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 635 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1242322002

Written by Judd Winick. Art by Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen Cover by Matt Wagner. Part 1 of the 4-part "Under the Hood," featuring the new BATMAN team of writer Judd Winick (OUTSIDERS, GREEN ARROW), artists Doug Mahnke (JLA, JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE) & Tom Nguyen (JLA) and cover artist Matt Wagner (BATMAN/SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN: TRINITY)! In the wake of "War Games," Batman must deal with a city in turmoil. While battling new criminal chieftains raiding his city, Batman is confronted with a face from the past? or rather, a hidden face from the past. Welcome the return of the Red Hood! 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 656 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4399339010

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Kubert. What do you get when you add one Batman, fifty Ninja Man-Bats and the British Prime Minister's wife? Welcome to a glittering night of mayhem among the rich and famous, as Batman faces down a whole army of winged horrors in a no-holds barred, bone-crunching superbrawl among the treasures of London's Pop Art museum. And when the Dark Knight's done, an even greater shock awaits, as we finally meet a startling NEW addition to the Batman family in "Man Bats of London," Part 2 of the 4-part "Batman and Son," by comics legends Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, SEVEN SOLDIERS) and Andy Kubert (Ultimate X-Men, 1602)! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 657 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425791011

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Kubert Part 3 of the 4-part. "Batman and Son," by the incomparable team of writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang! Batman brings his son home to Gotham City and introduces him to both Wayne Manor and the Batcave! But when Batman's new son meets Robin sparks ? and swords ? will fly! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 657 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425791012

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Kubert Part 3 of the 4-part. "Batman and Son," by the incomparable team of writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang! Batman brings his son home to Gotham City and introduces him to both Wayne Manor and the Batcave! But when Batman's new son meets Robin sparks ? and swords ? will fly! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 658 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4425730015

Cover by Andy Kubert. "Batman & Son Part 4 Absent Fathers," script by Grant Morrison, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Jesse Delperdang; Damian's presence at Wayne Manor a distraction for Batman. In trying to prove himself to his father, Damian attacks Alfred, murderes the Spook and almost kills Robin; Bruce has to stop Talia from using an army of Man-Bats against the British government. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.