Summer Kickoff Comics & Toys 06'26
Lot 454:
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BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Batman #497 (1993) DC Comics Knightfall Part 11 Key Issue Bane Breaks Batman’s Back
This is a single copy of Batman issue number 497, published by DC Comics with a cover date of July 1993. This issue is a major modern key as it features the climax of the Knightfall storyline, depicting the iconic moment where Bane breaks Batman’s back. The comic features a gatefold wraparound cover with art by Kelley Jones, whose signature and date K Jones 93 is visible in the upper right corner of the front cover. Interior creative credits include writer Doug Moench, penciller Jim Aparo, and inker Dick Giordano. The front cover artwork depicts Bane lifting Batman, while the gatefold extension features the circular Batman logo and the text THE BREAKING OF THE BATMAN and You thought it could never happen. The price is listed as US $1.25, CAN $1.60, and UK 70p.
Condition report:
This comic is in raw, ungraded condition. The front and back covers maintain strong original surface gloss and vibrant color saturation. The spine shows minor stress lines and small instances of color breaking along the fold. The corners exhibit very light blunting at the tips. The gatefold flap appears intact with no significant creases, tears, or structural damage. The paper remains supple with no evidence of major staining or foxing on the visible surfaces.
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