Absolute Batman ##1
DC Comics • Absolute Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Nick Dragotta
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
Regular / Midtown Comics Exclusive Signed Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the DC All In initiative, launching the new Absolute Universe where Batman operates without the traditional wealth and resources of Bruce Wayne, presenting a massive, working-class brute force take on the character.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Book is bagged and boarded with a Midtown Comics Certificate of Authentication affixed to the outside bag. Minor handling wear on the bag, but the book appears clean with flat cover and sharp corners.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50 (signed with COA), Graded: $80 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent sales of Midtown Comics signed exclusive variants range from $35 to $60 raw depending on platform.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if authentic signature is verified by CBCS (Verification service), as CGC requires witnessed signing for yellow labels. Estimated raw grade is NM 9.4/9.6.
Notable Features
First issue of the Absolute Batman series, part of the DC All In initiative, featuring a Midtown Comics exclusive signature label and Certificate of Authentication for Joshua Hixson (variant artist/contributor).
Authentication Notes
Comes with an official Midtown Comics Certificate of Authentication sticker/card attached to the bag, but for maximum value authentication by a third-party grading company (like CBCS Verified Signature) is recommended.