Absolute Batman ##1
DC Comics • Absolute Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Wes Craig
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
Variant / Wes Craig Card Stock Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Kickoff of the Absolute Universe initiative by DC Comics, introducing a massive, brutal, and working-class reimagining of Batman operating without the wealth, mansion, or traditional resources of Bruce Wayne.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
Appears to be in pristine unread condition with sharp corners, flat surface, clean spine, and no visible spine stress ticks or color breaks.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30, Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $100
Recent Sales
High demand for Absolute Batman #1 variants upon release with strong secondary market activity.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if expecting a high 9.8 score given the current popularity and modern key status of the Absolute Universe launch, though pressing may not be necessary.
Notable Features
Part of the DC All In initiative, first issue of the Absolute Batman series, Wes Craig card stock variant cover.
Authentication Notes
Clean modern print quality with sharp ink registration, standard modern card stock cover gloss, and proper barcode/UPC placement for a variant cover.