Catwoman ##51
DC Comics • Catwoman Vol. 5
Writer
Tini Howard
Interior Artist
Sami Basri
Cover Artist
Sweeney Boo
Publication Date
March 2023
Cover Variant
1:25 Incentive Variant (Virgin Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Catwoman (Selina Kyle) is back in Alleytown. This issue continues the 'Dangerous Liaisons' arc. It features Harley Quinn tattooing Catwoman, as depicted on this specific variant cover. The story explores Selina's underworld connections and her evolving relationship with the Gotham City sirens.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in very high-grade condition. It is housed in a bag and board which obscures some fine detail, but the corners appear sharp. There is a slight glare on the plastic, but no visible spine ticks or color-breaking creases are apparent from the image. The centering looks excellent.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $40 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $90 - $130
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $22 to $45. Graded 9.8 copies have recently settled in the $100 range after initial release hype.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it is a guaranteed 9.8. Modern 1:25 variants generally need the 9.8 premium to justify the grading fees plus shipping and insurance. A professional clean and press is recommended to ensure the highest possible grade.
Notable Features
This is the 1:25 retailer incentive variant by Sweeney Boo. It is a 'Virgin' cover, meaning it lacks the trade dress (title, price, barcode) on the front art, which is highly desirable for collectors of modern cover art. Notable for the stylized 'tattoo' art on Selina's arm featuring Gotham characters.
Authentication Notes
All indicators suggest authenticity. The print quality on the 1:25 variants is typically high-gloss with deep black saturation. The Sweeney Boo signature is correctly placed in the lower-left corner.