Auctions: Dark Knight comic books graded by CGC

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4678971011

The tale begins on a treacherous mountain climb to track a killer. It ends with the birth of the LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT. On his quest to apprehend the killer, Bruce Wayne meets a tribal shaman who has a lasting impact on his life, influencing him, upon his return to Gotham City, to take up the cowl of Batman. Then, strange, ritualistic murders start occurring, and a mysterious bat-like person is seen. "Shaman" is a 5-part story that examines the early days of Batman...and leads off the first new regular Batman title in years. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Ed Hannigan and John Beatty. Inner cover painting by George Pratt. Deluxe format. NOTE: Outer cover has four different color variations and are not listed individually within our system. Cover price $1.50.

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 17 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4649026007

As Batman and Alfred part ways, the Dark Knight's reliance on the pills which enhance his strength leaves him, ironically, more vulnerable than ever in "Venom: Part 2." Part 2 of 5, continued from the previous issue. Continues next issue. Written by Denny O'Neil. Layouts by Trevor Von Eeden. Pencils by Russell Braun. Inks by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. Cover by Garcia-Lopez. Cover price $1.50.

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 54 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4649026009

In "Sanctum," Batman's battle with a deranged killer in an old Gotham City graveyard leads to the shattering of an ancient crypt and the unleashing of an incredible supernatural force that threatens to consume the Dark Knight's sanity, his life...and his very soul! Written by Dan Raspler and Mike Mignola, with art and cover by Mignola. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.75.

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 62 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4649025004

KnightsEnd Part 4, continued from Detective Comics (1937- ) #676. While Batman continues his pursuit of the mysterious arms dealer, Lady Shiva's scheme to corrupt Bruce Wayne into a killer succeeds as, before the very eyes of Nightwing and Robin, Wayne slays the last of the martial arts assassins who have been stalking him! Continued in Robin (1993-2009) #8. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Ron Wagner and Ron McCain. Cover by Mike Mignola. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.75.

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 63 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4649026010

KnightsEnd Part 10, continued from Detective Comics (1937- ) #677. The battle of the original Batman versus the new reaches its climax in the very caverns where Bruce Wayne was broken - the Batcave. But the outcome of this conflict will have far-reaching consequences for the world of the Dark Knight. The KnightsEnd excitement is followed up in the 2-part KnightsEnd: Aftermath, beginning in Robin (1993-2009) #9. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art and cover by Barry Kitson and Scott Hanna. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.75.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) 3-1ST CGC 9.0 Miller Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Label #4550111022

1st printing. NOTE: 2nd printing of #3 is clearly labeled as such on the inside cover. "Hunt The Dark Knight," script and pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson and Frank Miller; Batman battles the Joker, who has convinced his psychiatrist, Dr. Bartholomew Wolper, that he is sane and regretful; Seeking to discredit Batman, Wolper exhibits the Joker on a late-night show ("David Endochrine", parodying Late Night with David Letterman) to try and show that the Joker is actually a victim of Batman's own psychosis; As the police attack Batman, the Joker murders everyone in the studio; Batman follows him to Selina Kyle's place, where the former Catwoman has become a depressed alcoholic; Superman is introduced as an undercover agent for the American government. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) 4-1ST CGC 9.6 JSA Miller Miller Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Frank Miller Authenticated Autograph.

Label #4462876003

1st printing. NOTE: 2nd printings are labeled as such on the inside cover. Cover by Frank Miller. "The Dark Knight Falls," script by Frank Miller, pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson; Russia launches a nuclear warhead called Coldbringer in response to Superman's presence in Corto Maltese; Superman diverts the missile to an uninhabited desert area; The warhead was designed to disrupt electronics and communications and throw dust and debris into the atmosphere; Deprived of sunlight, Superman nearly dies; Gotham descends into chaos; Some citizens, including Jim Gordon, pull together to fight the fires and retain some semblance of civilization until the power is restored; Batman battles the Joker and the police; The U.S. government sends Superman to take the Dark Knight down; Oliver Queen, the former Green Arrow, prepares Batman for his ultimate battle. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.