BATMAN ##1
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 2 (The New 52)
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Greg Capullo
Cover Artist
Greg Capullo
Publication Date
November 2011
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First issue of the New 52 Batman relaunch. It features Batman battling Arkham asylum inmates and introduces the first cameo appearance of the Court of Owls (shadowy figures). Key characters include Bruce Wayne, Dick Grayson, and Commissioner Gordon.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Appears very high grade with sharp corners and strong color vibrancy. Minor blunting possibly on the top right corner and very slight spine stress visible near the bottom staple area, though somewhat obscured by the poly-bag reflection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $80.00 - $120.00; CGC 9.8 Graded: $250.00 - $325.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in NM- to NM range have recently sold for $90-$115. CGC 9.8 copies consistently sell in the $275+ range due to it being a Modern Age key.
Grading Recommendation
Highly recommended if the comic is indeed a 9.6 or 9.8. This is a high-demand key issue. A professional press could remove minor non-color-breaking dimples to ensure a higher grade.
Notable Features
First cameo appearance of the Court of Owls and Lincoln March. Highly sought-after modern key issue marking the start of the Snyder/Capullo run.
Authentication Notes
First printing confirmed by the barcode '00111'. Sub-code '001' indicates issue 1, '1' indicates cover A, and the final '1' indicates first printing. Ink density and paper stock appear consistent with 2011 DC publishing standards.