Batman Annual ##17
DC Comics • Batman Annual Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Eduardo Barreto
Cover Artist
Eduardo Barreto
Publication Date
1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Bloodlines' crossover event. An alien parasite named Angon attacks Gotham, leading to the origin and first appearance of the New Blood hero Ballistic (Kelvin Mao). Batman (Bruce Wayne) must deal with the outbreak of these parasites.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks on the left edge; corner blunting on the bottom right; minor edge wear and light surface scratching; slight misalignment of the cover wrap.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. CGC 9.8 copies have sold for between $45 and $65 depending on market demand and current interest in 90s era keys.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. Current market value in the estimated 7.5 grade is less than the cost of the grading service. It would only be worth grading if it was a guaranteed 9.8 and for personal collection purposes.
Notable Features
First appearance of Ballistic (Kelvin Mao). Part of the DC Bloodlines: Outbreak storyline. Standard price and UPC area features the 'B' stamp logo for the event series.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s glossy cover stock and newsprint interior. Genuine DC Comics logo and CCA stamp present. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.