Batman ##493
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1 (Knightfall Part 3)
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Norm Breyfogle
Cover Artist
Kelley Jones
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the legendary Knightfall saga. Zsasz takes a girls' school hostage, and a physically and mentally exhausted Batman must track him down while Bane's plan to break the Bat continues.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 to 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress marks, slight corner softening at the top right, and potential bag/board rippling. The cover gloss appears intact, but minor surface wear is typical for this 90s gloss stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for under $10 in high grade. Professional high-grade slabs (9.8) fluctuate based on renewed interest in the Knightfall era.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 specimen.
Notable Features
Part 3 of the Knightfall storyline. Iconic cover by Kelley Jones featuring Victor Zsasz. This is the Direct Edition featuring a barcode with the DC 'bullet' logo.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1993 DC production. Colors are consistent with standard print runs, and the 'Knightfall' trade dress is correctly aligned at top right.