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Detective Comics #36 (DC, 1940) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Cream to off-white pages. This action-packed issue features the first appearance and origin of the master of manipulation, Dr. Hugo Strange, Batman's first major villain. Also debuting in this issue are the iconic finned gloves worn by Batman for the first time. Interior art by Bob Kane. Currently #34 on Overstreet's list of Top 100 Golden Age Comics. Overstreet 2024 VG 4.0 value = $17,900; FN 6.0 value = $26,850. CGC census 8/25: 3 in 5.0, 12 higher.

CGC Grader Notes:
piece out page(s) 10
spine split top of spine
wear all corners cover
tanning interior cover
multiple stain back cover

View the certification for CGC Certification ID 4603432015, including grader's notes if available and a link to the latest full census report for the issue.*

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Sold on Sep 11, 2025 for: $27,600.00
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