Absolute Batman ##12
DC Comics • Absolute Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Paul Pope & José Villarrubia
Publication Date
Estimated 2025
Cover Variant
Variant Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the DC All In initiative, featuring an alternative, gritty reimagining of Batman operating in a harsh urban environment under the creative team of Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Book appears to be unread and securely stored in a modern comic bag with board. Minimal to no spine stress ticks, sharp corners, flat cover with glossy finish, vibrant color saturation, and clean staples.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $10 - $25; Graded (CGC 9.8) potential value: $60 - $100 depending on current market demand for variants.
Recent Sales
Recent modern DC variant issues in high grade trend consistently around cover price plus modest collector premium depending on the specific character and variant artist popularity.
Grading Recommendation
Not immediately worth professional grading costs unless aiming for a registry set of 9.8 modern variants, as grading fees would likely exceed the raw value margin for this specific issue tier.
Notable Features
Features the DC All In branding banner in the upper right corner, a $5.99 cover price for the cardstock/variant tier, and distinct variant artwork by Paul Pope.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern comic stock, crisp barcode and UPC placement in the lower left corner, accurate font styling for DC and Absolute Batman logos, showing standard professional offset printing characteristics.