Absolute Batman "Abomination" ##1 (Ashcan/Preview)
DC Comics • Absolute Batman (DC All In)
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Nick Dragotta
Publication Date
October 2024 (distributed late summer 2024)
Cover Variant
Ashcan Preview Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A promotional ashcan/preview of the new Absolute Universe Batman. This issue serves as a look at the reimagined Bruce Wayne, who is a working-class city engineer rather than a billionaire socialite, and features the debut design of this universe's Bane.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Moderate corner blunting on the top left. Significant surface scuffing and fingerprints visible on the black cover ink due to high gloss finish. Small vertical crease on the top right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55 | Graded (9.8): $150 - $200
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for this promotional ashcan range from $25 for mid-grade copies to $75 for high-grade raw copies. 9.8 graded copies have seen highs over $175.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended in current condition. The visible spine ticks and corner wear likely cap the grade at 7.5-8.0, making the cost of grading exceed the added value. Professional pressing would not fix the color-breaking spine stress.
Notable Features
First appearance of Absolute Batman (Bruce Wayne) and Absolute Bane. Part of the DC 'All In' initiative. Distributed primarily to retailers and at special events.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC promotional ashcan. Correct trade dress for the All In initiative. Heavy black ink saturation is consistent with official DC ashcans of this period.