Batman #232 cover — first appearance of Ra's al Ghul

First Appearance · DC

Ra's al Ghul

First appeared in Batman #232 · 1954

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About the character

Who is Ra's al Ghul?

Ra's al Ghul — the Demon's Head — is an immortal eco-terrorist who has lived for centuries thanks to his Lazarus Pits. Batman's most personal nemesis first appeared in Batman #232, one of the most collectible Bronze Age Batman issues.

What is a first appearance worth?

Strong — hundreds to low thousands depending on grade

Batman #232 is an actively traded UK collectible. Most raw copies in presentable condition fetch two to low three figures; sharper, higher-grade copies and any CGC-slabbed examples do noticeably better. Worth getting a proper offer rather than guessing from online price guides.

Value Band · Strong

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Selling your Batman #232 — quick answers

Where did Ra's al Ghul first appear?

Ra's al Ghul first appeared in Batman #232 (1954). Ra's al Ghul — the Demon's Head — is an immortal eco-terrorist who has lived for centuries thanks to his Lazarus Pits. Batman's most personal nemesis first appeared in Batman #…

How do I get a valuation for my copy of Batman #232?

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Do you buy first appearances in any condition?

Yes — we buy across the full condition spectrum from reading copies to CGC-certified slabs. The offer reflects the actual grade, and we will always explain our reasoning. There is no pressure and no obligation.

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