{"product_id":"batman-the-killing-joke-first-print-1988-cgc-9-0-alan-moore-brian-bolland","title":"Batman: The Killing Joke First Print (1988) CGC 9.0 | Alan Moore \u0026 Brian Bolland","description":"\u003cp\u003eBatman: The Killing Joke — First Printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most influential and recognizable Batman stories ever published, Batman: The Killing Joke explores the fractured relationship between Batman and the Joker while delivering a defining moment in Barbara Gordon’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Alan Moore with artwork and cover by Brian Bolland, this 1988 prestige-format one-shot remains an essential part of any Batman or Joker collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy is an original first printing, professionally graded CGC 9.0 Universal Grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Batman: The Killing Joke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublisher: DC Comics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublication year: 1988\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinting: First printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrade: CGC 9.0 Universal Grade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWriter: Alan Moore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist and cover: Brian Bolland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey significance: Major Joker story and pivotal Barbara Gordon storyline\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePage quality: As stated on the CGC certification label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGC holder has been photographed in detail, including the front, back, certification label, corners, and case profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review every photograph carefully. The photographs form part of the item description, and the exact slab shown is the item you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny minor surface marks, reflections, or manufacturing characteristics visible in the photographs should be reviewed before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1988 first printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGC 9.0 Universal Grade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Alan Moore and Brian Bolland collaboration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIconic Joker cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividually photographed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo stock images\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slab will be protected with rigid support, cushioning, and an appropriately sized outer shipping box. It will be shipped with tracking and packed with collector-grade care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanel \u0026amp; Groove Promise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery collectible is individually photographed. You will receive the exact item shown, packed and shipped with the same care we expect when purchasing for our own collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Panel \u0026 Groove Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52015189492029,"sku":"BAT-KJ-1988-1ST-CGC90","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/7490\/4125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8ec2b4f0-4d6a-4aa0-bd02-efe7822f97f0.jpg?v=1784718122","url":"https:\/\/panelgroovecollectibles.com\/products\/batman-the-killing-joke-first-print-1988-cgc-9-0-alan-moore-brian-bolland","provider":"Panel \u0026 Groove Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}