Batman: The Killing Joke First Print (1988) CGC 9.0 | Alan Moore & Brian Bolland

Batman: The Killing Joke — First Printing

One 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.

Written 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.

This copy is an original first printing, professionally graded CGC 9.0 Universal Grade.

Item details

Title: Batman: The Killing Joke

Publisher: DC Comics

Publication year: 1988

Printing: First printing

Grade: CGC 9.0 Universal Grade

Writer: Alan Moore

Artist and cover: Brian Bolland

Key significance: Major Joker story and pivotal Barbara Gordon storyline

Page quality: As stated on the CGC certification label

Condition

The CGC holder has been photographed in detail, including the front, back, certification label, corners, and case profile.

Please review every photograph carefully. The photographs form part of the item description, and the exact slab shown is the item you will receive.

Any minor surface marks, reflections, or manufacturing characteristics visible in the photographs should be reviewed before purchase.

Highlights

Original 1988 first printing

CGC 9.0 Universal Grade

Classic Alan Moore and Brian Bolland collaboration

Iconic Joker cover

Individually photographed

No stock images

Shipping

The 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.

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Every 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.