Catwoman ##1
DC Comics • Catwoman Vol. 2
Writer
Jo Duffy
Interior Artist
Jim Balent
Cover Artist
Jim Balent
Publication Date
August 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Catwoman begins her second ongoing monthly series following her successful miniseries. Selina Kyle returns to Gotham City, dealing with old enemies and embarking on new heists while navigating her complex relationship with Batman.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner rounding and blunting at the bottom left, minor edge wear along the top and right edges, overall clean flat cover with good gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 8.0-8.5): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $15 and $25 on eBay and comic marketplaces.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a high-grade run or personal collection, as the cost of grading may exceed the modest market value increase for an 8.0 copy.
Notable Features
First issue of the second ongoing Catwoman series, iconic 90s Jim Balent cover art, Direct Edition with the DC bullet logo and Batman head box symbol in the bottom left.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s DC newsstand and direct market paper stock, clean color registration, proper staple placement, and standard gloss typical of early 90s comic book manufacturing.