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Cover: Curt Swan & Stan Kaye

Batman #125

Aug 1959 · DC · 0.10 USD
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In "The Secret Life of Bat-Hound," Batman and Robin are sent back to ancient Venice on a mystery mission, but only Batman makes it back—Robin awakens in Gotham City, days ahead of his own timeline, confronted by a chilling warning: a new criminal is set to kill Batman. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff, with inks by Charles Paris and letters by Stan Starkman, this 1959 classic features Curt Swan’s dynamic cover and a twist that redefines the Bat-family’s greatest ally.

Contains 4 stories
The Secret Life of Bat-Hound
7.67 pp · Superhero
Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Alfred PennyworthBat-Hound [Ace]John Wilker (owner of Ace, cameo)Batwoman [Kathy Kane]Mr. Midas (villain, thief)the Midas Mob (villains)

In "The Secret Life of Bat-Hound," the loyal canine companion Ace—now permanently settled at Wayne Manor under the care of John Wilker—steps into the spotlight when he teams up with Batwoman to rescue Batman and Robin from a treacherous cave-in. With courage and keen instincts, Bat-Hound proves his worth as more than just a pet, becoming an unexpected hero in the shadows.

The Last Days of Batman
8.67 pp · Superhero
The Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Professor Carter NicholsCommissioner James GordonJohn Kirk (museum curator)Signor Beri (art dealer, cameo)Verillo (painter, cameo)El Bolo (villain, international jewel thief)

In "The Last Days of Batman," the Dynamic Duo are sent back to ancient Venice to gather evidence, but only Batman returns—while Robin awakens in Gotham City, days ahead of his own timeline, confronted with the chilling warning that a new criminal is set to kill Batman. The story unfolds with a tense, time-bending mystery that puts Robin on a desperate race against fate.

Untitled Humor story
0.5 pp · Humor
Warden Willis
King Batman the First
7.67 pp · Superhero
Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Selina (Vol's girlfriend)Vol (alien hero)Rakk (villain, alien)Gurney (villain, wanted felon)

In "King Batman the First," the Dynamic Duo find themselves stranded on a strange planet after chasing a criminal, where Batman’s alien origins unexpectedly crown him king—though his reign begins with imprisonment. The story blends classic superhero adventure with a touch of cosmic whimsy, all within the timeless charm of 1959’s Batman.

ComicBooks.com Value

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Raw (VG) $38
CGC 9.4 · 2 in census $2,929
CGC 9.2 · 1 in census $765*
CGC 9.0 none in existence
CGC 8.5 · 3 in census $507
CGC 8.0 · 8 in census $381
CGC 7.5 · 10 in census $262
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CGC 7.0 · 7 in census $190
CGC 6.5 · 14 in census $190
CGC 6.0 · 10 in census $136
CGC 5.5 · 5 in census $89
CGC 5.0 · 8 in census $89*
CGC 4.5 · 9 in census $85*
CGC 4.0 · 14 in census $78
CGC 3.5 · 4 in census $67
CGC 3.0 · 10 in census $54*
CGC 2.5 · 5 in census $48*
CGC 2.0 · 3 in census $37*
CGC 1.5 · 5 in census $30*
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Full credits

letterer Stan Starkman
cover pencils Curt Swan
cover inks Stan Kaye

Reprints

↩ Reprints Mr. District Attorney #27 (1952)

Reprinted in Batman Annual #7 (1964), Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #79 (1964), 80 Page Giant Magazine #12 (1965), Batman #187 (1966), Batman #16 (1967), Lynvingen #5/1968 (1968), DC Comics Classics Library: The Batman Annuals #2 (2010), Tails of the Super-Pets #[nn] (2022), Batman (1ª Série) #93

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