Batman ##445
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman
Interior Artist
Jim Aparo
Cover Artist
Jim Aparo
Publication Date
March 1990
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part one of the 'When the Earth Dies' storyline. Batman travels to Moscow to stop the KGBeast's protégé, NKVDemon, who is assassinating Soviet officials.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge, slight blunting on the top-left corner, and very minor surface scuffing on the black ink areas common for this era's paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 / Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $75 on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of grading (approx. $30-$50) often exceeds the market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
First appearance of NKVDemon (Gregor Doslov). Unique 'Pravda' newspaper-style cover design. Soviet Union/Cold War era themes.
Authentication Notes
Genuine DC Direct Edition with barcode strike-through box. Printing reflects standard early 90s copper-age matte paper stock with typical ink saturation.