Batman Year Two #1 ##1
DC Comics • Detective Comics (originally Detective Comics #575)
Writer
Mike W. Barr
Interior Artist
Alan Davis
Cover Artist
Alan Davis
Publication Date
September 2023
Cover Variant
Batman Day 2023 Special Edition
Printing
First Printing of this specific edition
Comic Description
A reprint of the beginning of the 'Year Two' storyline. Batman faces off against the Reaper, a brutal vigilante who preceded him in Gotham. Notably features Batman's internal conflict regarding the use of a firearm to stop the threat.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Appears to be in very high grade within the polybag. Minor blunting at top right corner and light spine tick near center left. General shelf wear expected from promotional distribution.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1 to $10. CGC 9.8 copies have sold for approximately $40 including shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading. As a free promotional 'Batman Day' giveaway, the cost of grading ($30+) usually exceeds the market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 and intended for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Promotional giveaway for Batman Day 2023. Features the 'Batman Day' logo in top left corner. Reprints Detective Comics #575.
Authentication Notes
Authenticated by the presence of the Batman Day 2023 Special Edition branding and the unique UPC code ending in '00111' which identifies it as a promotional issue.