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  • Item #64681369
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    Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) Mark Jewelers 431MJ CGC 8.0

    Paper: Off white to white

    "Mark Jewelers" Insert.

    Label #4706571012

    Starts Aug 31

    Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Cover by Mike Kaluta. "This Murder Has Been Censored," script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Murphy Anderson; At a resort, Batman investigates the murder of a man with a "Censored" stamp on his forehead. "Crime on My Hands!", script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Murphy Anderson; A bartender to whom Jason Bard once gave a business card turns up dead with a message written on the card, and Bard seeks his killer. Letter to the editor from Bob Rozakis. 36 pgs., full color. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

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    Detective Comics (2016 3rd Series) 935A CGC 9.6 Barrows

    Paper: White

    Label #4043884017

    Starts Aug 17

    DC Universe Rebirth Tie-In - Rise of the Batmen: Part 2 of 7 - "Apocalypse Now!" Written by James Tynion IV. Art and Cover by Eddy Barrows and Eber Ferreira. Batman and team find themselves in the crosshairs as the villain they've begun hunting turns the tables on them. Batman and Batwoman have the skills to survive, but do their young teammates? Is this where hero training ends in tragedy? THEY SAID IT: 'The ideas are boiling inside my brain,' boasts artist Eddy Barrows. 'James and I intend to elevate Batman to a whole new level, with amazing and exciting stories, and artwork. To sum it up in one sentence-it's going to be epic!' 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $2.99.

  • Item #62833549
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    Detective Comics (2016 3rd Series) 999A CGC 9.6 Mahnke

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    Label #2085328011

    Starts Aug 31

    Countdown to #1000: Part 6 of 6 - Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art and Cover by Doug Mahnke and Jaime Mendoza. The truth behind the gauntlet Batman has been forced to run-a violent odyssey that endangered the lives of everyone who made him who he is-is revealed at last...and the mastermind working to unmake the Batman must be seen to be believed! Is there a goal here beyond destruction? Will Batman emerge stronger...or with a mortal wound at the exact moment that his most dangerous challenge yet is on the horizon in next month's DETECTIVE COMICS #1000? 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #65255448
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    Detective Comics (2016 3rd Series) 1000GOLDEN.B CGC 9.8 Hughes Golden Apple Virgin Variant

    Paper: White

    Hughes "Virgin" Edition.

    Label #4742905024

    Starts Aug 17

    Golden Apple Comics exclusive variant by Adam Hughes. Written by Scott Snyder, Kevin Smith, Paul Dini, Warren Ellis, Denny O'Neil, Christopher Priest, Brian Michael Bendis, Geoff Johns, James Tynion IV, Tom King and Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Greg Capullo, Jim Lee, Dustin Nguyen, Becky Cloonan, Steve Epting, Neal Adams, Alex Maleev, Kelley Jones, Álvaro Martínez-Bueno, Tony S. Daniel, Joëlle Jones, Doug Mahnke, Jonathan Glapion, Scott Williams, Derek Fridolfs, Raul Fernandez and Jaime Mendoza. After 80 years, it's here -- the 1,000th issue of DETECTIVE COMICS, the title that literally defines DC! This 96-page issue is stacked with an unbelievable lineup of talent that will take you on a journey through Batman's past, present and future...plus a sensational epilogue that features the first-ever DC Universe appearance of the deadly Arkham Knight! But who is under the mask? And why do they want Batman dead? The incredible future of Batman adventures begins here! Featuring: "Batman's Longest Case" by Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo and Jonathan Glapion; "Manufacture for Use" by Kevin Smith, Jim Lee and Scott Williams; "The Legend of Knute Brody" by Paul Dini, Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs; "The Batman's Design" by Warren Ellis and Becky Cloonan; "Return to Crime Alley" by Denny O'Neil and Steve Epting; "Heretic" by Christopher Priest and Neal Adams; "I Know" by Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev; "The Last Crime in Gotham" by Geoff Johns and Kelley Jones; "The Precedent" by James Tynion IV, Álvaro Martínez-Bueno and Raul Fernandez; "Batman's Greatest Case" by Tom King, Tony S. Daniel and Joëlle Jones; and the Arkham Knight in "Medieval" by Peter J. Tomasi, Doug Mahnke and Jaime Mendoza (continues next issue). Plus pin-ups by Mikel Janín, Jason Fabok and Amanda Conner. 96 pages, full color. Rated T

  • Item #65120918
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    Detective Comics (2016 3rd Series) 1006B VF/NM 9.0 Quintana Variant

    Starts Aug 17

    Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Kyle Hotz. Cover by Dan Quintana. Detective Jim Corrigan has been shot on the streets of Gotham City-and the Spectre must reach out to Batman to help him find the secret assassin! 32 pages, full color. RATED T Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #65228016
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    Detective Comics (2016 3rd Series) 1102HAVEN CGC 9.8

    Paper: White

    Haven Comics Edition.

    Label #4703796004

    Starts Sep 14

    Haven Comics Exclusive Variant Cover by Mark Spears. (W) Tom Taylor (A) Mikel Janin BATMAN TEAMS UP WITH MR. TERRIFIC! A mysterious weaponized virus has infected the Dark Knight, and he does not know how long he has left before it takes control of his body and mind. Desperate for answers and unsure how long he has to get them, Batman turns to one of the most brilliant minds in the DC Universe, Mr. Terrific. The Courage That Kills continues in this cant-miss issue! 24 pages, full color, rated 13+.

  • Item #65173407
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    Detective Comics Oreo Cookie Giveaway (1984) 27 CGC 9.8

    Paper: White

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    Label #4511213023

    Starts Apr 3

    Oreo Cookie promotional comic from 1984. Reprints Batman cover and story from Detective #27, plus Robin origin from Detective #38, and first Joker appearance from Batman #1. 32-pages, all newsprint, full-color standard comic book size.

  • Item #65173982
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    Detective Comics Oreo Cookie Giveaway (1984) 27 CGC 9.8

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    Label #4511213016

    Starts Jan 2

    Oreo Cookie promotional comic from 1984. Reprints Batman cover and story from Detective #27, plus Robin origin from Detective #38, and first Joker appearance from Batman #1. 32-pages, all newsprint, full-color standard comic book size.

  • Item #65174016
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    Detective Comics Oreo Cookie Giveaway (1984) 27 CGC 9.8

    Paper: White

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    Label #4511214008

    Starts Oct 3

    Oreo Cookie promotional comic from 1984. Reprints Batman cover and story from Detective #27, plus Robin origin from Detective #38, and first Joker appearance from Batman #1. 32-pages, all newsprint, full-color standard comic book size.

  • Item #65174504
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    Famous First Edition Detective Comics (1974 DC Treasury) C-28S FN+ 6.5 Softcover Variant

    Starts Aug 24

    Famous First Edition #C-28: Detective #27 (first Batman). NOTE: This almost exact replica edition is 10 x 13-1/2" (about the size of a Life magazine); it has two covers. The original, 1939 first edition is standard comic book size. Softcover Edition. Cover price $1.00.