Azrael ##17
DC Comics • Azrael Vol. 1
Writer
Denny O'Neil
Interior Artist
Barry Kitson
Cover Artist
Barry Kitson
Publication Date
May 1996
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Continues the adventures of Jean-Paul Valley as Azrael, dealing with the fallout of the Batman mythology, the Order of St. Dumas, and his ongoing struggle with his programmed identity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
The comic is stored in a polybag showing heavy wrinkling on the plastic. The book itself exhibits noticeable spine wear, edge wear along the top and left margins, corner blunting, and potential light creasing on the cover art.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $2.00 - $5.00. Graded value (CGC 4.0): Not generally recommended for professional grading as the cost exceeds value.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw mid-to-low grade copies of Azrael #17 typically range between $1.00 and $4.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading. The cost of professional grading (CGC/CBCS) and shipping would far outweigh the market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
Direct Edition variant featuring the barcode box with 'DIRECT SALES' text. Part of the mid-90s Azrael ongoing series spinning out of KnightFall.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Comics publication markers from 1996 are present, including the traditional DC bullet logo in the upper left corner and standard barcode box in the lower right.