Batman #200 — DC Comics (March 1968) — "The Man Who Radiated Fear!" — 200th Issue Special

Grade: CGC 9.0  |  Grader: Certified Guaranty Company (CGC)  |  Era: Silver Age  |  Format: Anniversary issue, cover price $0.12

Why collectors want this issue

• Anniversary key: the 200th issue of Batman, a milestone book collectors chase for any run.
• Neal Adams's first work on Batman — his debut cover for the title, and the start of the era that redefined the character.
• Scarecrow story, with Joker and Penguin cameos, plus Alfred stepping in to save the Dynamic Duo.
• Script by Mike Friedrich, pencils by Chic Stone (ghosting for Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella.
• One of the most historically significant Silver Age Batman issues.

Creators

• Cover: Neal Adams (his first work on the title)
• Script: Mike Friedrich
• Pencils: Chic Stone (ghosting for Bob Kane)
• Inks: Joe Giella

Story synopsis

When the Scarecrow perfects a fear-radiating pill and uses it on the Caped Crusaders, the duo cannot continue their war on crime — until Alfred enters the picture. Joker and Penguin appear in cameo.

Condition and certification

• Professionally graded and encapsulated by CGC at 9.0 Very Fine/Near Mint.
• The photos show the actual slab being sold, including the certification label.
• Grade, page quality and any notations are exactly as printed on the label.

What you receive

• The exact graded book pictured, in its sealed holder.
• Shipped double-boxed and padded for protection.

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