CATWOMAN #2
DC Comics • Catwoman Vol. 2 (1993)
Writer
Jo Duffy
Interior Artist
Jim Balent & Dick Giordano
Cover Artist
Jim Balent
Publication Date
Sept 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Selina Kyle deals with the fallout of her apartment being destroyed. This issue continues the early solo adventures of Catwoman in her iconic purple suit, featuring the story 'Catspaw.'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (VF/NM) 9.0
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom left corner. Minor surface scuffing on the polybag which may or may not affect the cover gloss. Staples appear clean and centered.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $5 on eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies typically sell for under $65 including shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees plus shipping exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 specimen with high sentimental value.
Notable Features
Early Jim Balent artwork; features the iconic 90s purple costume; Direct Market edition with Bat-logo in the UPC box; first appearance of certain supporting cast members in the 93 series.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s DC stock. Glossy cover with standard color saturation for the period. No indicators of reproduction or counterfeiting.