Batman ##7
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 4 (The New 52 / Rebirth continuity context, often listed as Vol. 4 in digital catalogs)
Writer
Tom King
Interior Artist
Riley Rossmo
Cover Artist
David Finch
Publication Date
September 2016
Cover Variant
1:25 Retailer Incentive Variant (David Aja)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of 'Night of the Monster Men.' Strange things are happening in Gotham as a massive storm hits, and the bodies of fallen enemies begin to transform into giant monsters. Batman, Batwoman, and Nightwing must contain the chaos.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4) to Near Mint+ (9.6) based on image
Condition Details
White covers are prone to minor scuffing and corner blunting; the image appears to have sharp corners and clean white space, but slight spine stress may be present at the contact points of the black ink.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (CGC 9.8): $120 - $180
Recent Sales
Recent sales for the 1:25 Aja variant have fluctuated between $35 for high-grade raw copies and up to $200 for 9.8 graded copies.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if it is a definite 9.8 candidate. The David Aja incentive covers for this run are highly collectible due to their minimalist aesthetic. A clean and press is recommended for white covers to ensure a 9.8 score.
Notable Features
First part of the first crossover of the DC Rebirth era. This specific cover is the 1:25 David Aja incentive, recognizable by its minimalist 'Someone is coming to kill you' text and the Joker-red icon.
Authentication Notes
Official DC incentive variant. Check for the gloss finish and correct paper stock weight. Counterfeits for this specific era and tier are rare but print quality should be sharp with no blurring on the text.