1st Silver Age Appearance of Scarecrow • Classic Infantino Cover
A key Silver Age Batman issue marking the return of the Scarecrow, who hadn’t appeared since the Golden Age. The story, “Fright of the Scarecrow!”, written by Gardner Fox with art by Sheldon Moldoff (ghosting for Bob Kane) and inks by Joe Giella, brings psychological menace back into Batman’s rogues’ gallery. The cover, penciled by Carmine Infantino, is among the most recognizable Scarecrow images of the era.
In this issue, Batman and Robin confront the master of fear gas as he resurfaces to reclaim buried loot from a past crime. The combination of moody storytelling, crisp Silver Age art, and the return of a major villain make this a cornerstone issue for Batman collectors.
📚 Details:
“Fright of the Scarecrow!” — Script by Gardner Fox, art by Sheldon Moldoff & Joe Giella
Cover art by Carmine Infantino & Joe Giella
1st Silver Age appearance of Scarecrow (Dr. Jonathan Crane)
Includes letters column with a note from writer Mark Evanier
36 pages · Full Color · 12¢ cover price
📝 Maj. Picto’s Grading Notes
VG+ (4.5) — Clean, complete copy with moderate wear along spine and edges. Light surface soiling and corner stress consistent with grade. Solid structure with bright colors and supple interior pages. Presents well for a key Batman issue.
1st Silver Age Appearance of Scarecrow • Classic Infantino Cover
A key Silver Age Batman issue marking the return of the Scarecrow, who hadn’t appeared since the Golden Age. The story, “Fright of the Scarecrow!”, written by Gardner Fox with art by Sheldon Moldoff (ghosting for Bob Kane) and inks by Joe Giella, brings psychological menace back into Batman’s rogues’ gallery. The cover, penciled by Carmine Infantino, is among the most recognizable Scarecrow images of the era.
In this issue, Batman and Robin confront the master of fear gas as he resurfaces to reclaim buried loot from a past crime. The combination of moody storytelling, crisp Silver Age art, and the return of a major villain make this a cornerstone issue for Batman collectors.
📚 Details:
“Fright of the Scarecrow!” — Script by Gardner Fox, art by Sheldon Moldoff & Joe Giella
Cover art by Carmine Infantino & Joe Giella
1st Silver Age appearance of Scarecrow (Dr. Jonathan Crane)
Includes letters column with a note from writer Mark Evanier
36 pages · Full Color · 12¢ cover price
📝 Maj. Picto’s Grading Notes
VG+ (4.5) — Clean, complete copy with moderate wear along spine and edges. Light surface soiling and corner stress consistent with grade. Solid structure with bright colors and supple interior pages. Presents well for a key Batman issue.
