Batman ##612
DC Comics • Batman: Hush
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
April 2003
Cover Variant
Variant / Sketch Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 of the acclaimed 'Hush' storyline. Batman faces off against Superman, who is under the mental control of Poison Ivy, leading to an iconic confrontation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting, stored in a protective pocket page showing minimal surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50, Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $80 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have traded in the $35 to $45 range depending on exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if high grade is confirmed out of the sleeve (9.6 or higher), otherwise raw preservation is sufficient for this mid-tier value variant.
Notable Features
Direct Edition variant, features Jim Lee pencil art sketch variant cover for the famous Batman vs. Superman battle issue.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Direct Edition barcode and indicia present, crisp line work consistent with authentic Jim Lee pencils.