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
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 90s Batman-family mythos focusing on Jean-Paul Valley as Azrael, dealing with the psychological burdens of the System and his conditioning by the Order of St. Dumas.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate shelf wear evident along the top and left spine area, minor corner blunting, a price sticker is attached near the top middle of the cover, light surface scuffing on the black background.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $2.00 and $5.00; professional grading and slab is generally not cost-effective for this specific issue.
Recent Sales
Typically trades in dollar bins or low-value back issue lots ranging from $1.00 to $4.00 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) as the grading and shipping costs would far exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with barcode box reading 'DIRECT SALES', featuring artwork by regular series artist Barry Kitson and written by Batman veteran Denny O'Neil.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1990s DC paper stock, correct direct edition barcode, and standard color separation and printing quality consistent with the era.