Batman ##663
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Grant Morrison
Interior Artist
John Van Fleet
Cover Artist
Jock
Publication Date
May 2007
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the prose story 'The Clown at Midnight', written entirely in prose format by Grant Morrison with haunting illustrations by John Van Fleet. Batman confronts the Joker in Arkham Asylum after the Joker reinvents himself.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Book appears to be well preserved inside a modern plastic sleeve and backing board, showing flat cover surface, sharp corners, and no glaring spine stress ticks visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20, Graded (CGC 9.8): $50 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold online in the $10 to $15 range depending on platform and shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a higher-tier Morrison run submission, as the raw value is relatively low and cost of grading may exceed the value increase.
Notable Features
Famous prose issue written by Grant Morrison featuring a heavily stylized painted Joker cover by Jock and experimental prose storytelling style.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard DC bullet logo placement, correct paper stock, and high-quality modern print registration characteristic of 2007 DC releases.