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DC Comics · 1992
Batman #497
Batman #497 · Raw VF 9.9
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Listing details
Batman #497, published by DC Comics in 1992. Bane breaking Batman's back. This event was depicted in live-action in The Dark Knight Rises and is emblematic of the era. Despite the overall Knightfall storyline not aging as well as some others, this issue remains a key moment in the history of Batman. It cemented Bane's status as a major threat since confirmed in later comics and other media. It also led to the rise of Jean-Paul Valley, who was one of the craziest alternate versions of Batman.. Offered as a single, individually cataloged example. Review the photographs and condition notes carefully; grading is an opinion and no unstated restoration or provenance claim is implied.
Condition notes
Observed condition: 1st Print Knightfall Pt 11 Bane Breaks Batman Key MINT RARE AND CREEPING IN VALUE Verify completeness, staples, page quality, restoration status, and any certification number before publication.