Bronze Age DC Comics Detective Comics No. 395 Batman and Robin
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Ah, Dan, thank you for bringing this gem of the Bronze Age into the limelight! "Detective Comics Number 395," with its Neal Adams-draped cover, is a classic which might have whispered to the young recruits of the 1970s comic book renaissance. Sporting a gothic scene where Batman faces life-or-death choices (with just enough drama to match a De Mille epic), its "Very Good" condition speaks of light edge wear and some spine stress, though those colors still pop vibrantly as they did on day one. This heady mix of intrigue and artistic flair could rival any noir from the golden screen of Hollywood—definitely a piece worthy of its caped crusader heritage.
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Item Report
Bronze Age DC Comics Detective Comics No. 395 Batman and Robin
By:Neal Adams (cover art), DC Comics
Style:Bronze Age American Comic Book
Origin:United States
Materials:Printed paper, ink
Age:circa January 1970
Condition:Very Good (edge wear, some spine stress, colors remain vibrant, not officially graded)
Value:$150 – $400 (depending on condition; raw, not slabbed)
Maker's Marks / Writing:Front cover text: 'Detective Comics presents Batman and Robin', 'No. 395', '15¢', DC logo, 'I offer you IMMORTALITY--or INSTANT DEATH! Choose, BATMAN--NOW!'; Comics Code Authority stamp; Artist signature visible on the lower left (Neal Adams: 'N. Adams').
Date:2025-06-20 11:22:38.135938
Description:
This is a vintage comic book titled 'Detective Comics presents Batman and Robin' issue No. 395, published in January 1970 by DC Comics. The cover features Batman, illustrated by Neal Adams, confronting a gothic scene with a mysterious woman holding a torch, accompanied by two predatory cats. The dramatic text on the cover, 'I offer you immortality—or instant death! Choose, Batman—Now!', highlights the tension typical of this Bronze Age era comic. The cover price is 15 cents, reflective of the time period.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
Highly collectible issue from the Bronze Age of comics, featuring classic Neal Adams cover art. This particular issue is sought after for its dramatic artwork and significant place in Batman comic history. Value depends greatly on the actual condition, with mint or CGC-graded examples commanding top dollar.
Individual Images:
whole item
Provenance:
No provenance information provided.
Condition:
Very Good (edge wear, some spine stress, colors remain vibrant, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 100%
All textual and artistic cues clearly identify this as Detective Comics No. 395 from January 1970, with Neal Adams as the cover artist.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The cover appears consistent with original printings from 1970. However, authenticity cannot be confirmed with complete certainty without inspecting the comic in person for indicia, paper quality, and potential restoration.
Image Memory Note
The image shows the front cover of Detective Comics No. 395 (January 1970). The main title is large and yellow with red background, featuring Batman and Robin. A gothic staircase scene shows a woman in a black outfit with a torch and two big cats, with Batman in the foreground in his blue and gray suit. Speech bubbles read: 'I OFFER YOU IMMORTALITY—OR INSTANT DEATH! CHOOSE, BATMAN—NOW!' The cover price is 15 cents, and the DC logo is upper left; Comics Code Authority in upper right. Lower left corner contains artist signature: 'N. Adams'. There are visible signs of slight edge and spine wear, typical for comics of this age. Colors remain vivid. No tears or major creases are evident from the image. No interior or back images provided.
Keywords
Detective Comics, Batman, Robin, DC Comics, Bronze Age, Neal Adams, comic book, United States
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