Batman ##153
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 3 (DC All In)
Writer
Matt Fraction
Interior Artist
Jorge Jiménez
Cover Artist
Jorge Jiménez
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Cover A) Foil Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'DC All In' initiative, this issue marks the beginning of a new era with Matt Fraction joining as writer. The story follows Batman as he navigates a shifting landscape in Gotham, dealing with the aftermath of Absolute Power and a new status quo for the Justice League.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The book appears remarkably sharp with a largely clean spine. There is a slight hint of corner blunting on the bottom right and an extremely minor spine tick near the center that does not appear to break color. The surface gloss is high, though foil covers often show faint scuffing or 'skating' from high-speed production, which is not readily apparent in the photo.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $6 - $12 | Graded (estimated 9.8): $45 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent sales for the foil variant hover between cover price ($5.99) and $10 for raw copies. High-grade graded copies are trending at approximately $50-60 as this is a new release.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the collector is seeking a 9.8 specifically for a personal registry. As a high-distribution modern book, the cost of grading currently exceeds the immediate resale profit margin for most raw copies.
Notable Features
First Matt Fraction issue on the main Batman title. Part of the DC All In relaunch branding. Features a cardstock foil cover option. Includes the DC All In trade dress logo in the top left corner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern DC publication. The UPC code '00153' in the barcode specifically identifies this as issue 153. The print quality, foil reflective properties, and matte finish on the background elements are consistent with DC's current production standards.