BATMAN HUSH ##159
DC Comics • Batman (DC Comic Series 2016-Present)
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee, Scott Williams, Alex Sinclair
Publication Date
December 2024
Cover Variant
Regular Cover / DC All In Trade Dress
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'DC All In' initiative, this issue features a reprint or continuation related to the 'Hush' storyline context with modern tie-ins. The cover depicts Hush standing over a defeated Batman and Joker. Key themes include the mystery of Thomas Elliot and the psychological warfare against Bruce Wayne.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Glossy cover with no significant creasing or color breaks. Bottom right corner shows very slight blunting. Front cover has a circular glare from photography, not a defect in the paper.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $4.99 - $8.00 / Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Initial retail window; secondary sales for the standard cover are currently trending at or slightly above MSRP. Highly available in the current market.
Grading Recommendation
Not currently recommended for grading unless it is a personal collection goal. As a modern, high-print-run issue, the costs of grading (approx $30-$40) exceed the current market value of a high-grade slab.
Notable Features
Features 'DC All In' branding on the top left. Reprints or pays homage to the iconic Jim Lee run. UPC barcode: 761941341828 15911. Features a legacy number of #159 on the dress.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern DC publication. Features standard modern semi-gloss paper stock, high-quality digital color registration, and standard dual staple binding. No signs of counterfeiting detected.