*DC: From the Midas Collection, a pretty low grade copy of Batman #12 from 1942, the first anniversary issue with Batman (and Robin) driving a US Army jeep out from the front cover at you, announcing that ‘war savings bonds and stamps keep ’em rolling!’. In the first story, the Caped Crusaders come across a keepsake in their trophy room from an old adventure; in the second, the Joker is committing crimes using everyday slang words; in the third, Batman must battle a gang of criminals who are trying to blackmail professional stuntmen and in the final story, Gotham City celebrates “Batman Day”, honouring all of the Caped Crusader’s amazing accomplishments. Stories by Don C Cameron and Bill Finger, art by Jerry Robinson (inc cover), Bob Kane and Jack Burnley. Covers detached and separated. Some cover graffiti above the logo has been gone over in felt-tip, and there is an ugly felt tip mark above one side of the jeep. Small chip out at spine; edge wear and corner blunting, There is also a peculiar ‘spotty’ effect over some of the cover (predominantly the logo) that looks as if something (possibly chemical) has been spilt over it. But it’s all complete, the staples are tight at centrefold and the pages have a reasonable off-white quality. 
PICTURED: BATMAN #12 PR/FA £250 SOLD