Batman ##131
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 3 (2016 Series)
Writer
Chip Zdarsky
Interior Artist
Jorge Jimenez
Cover Artist
Nathan Szerdy
Publication Date
March 2023
Cover Variant
Nathan Szerdy Catwoman Store Exclusive (C Cover / Virgin)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part one of 'The Bat-Man of Gotham.' Following the events of the Failsafe arc, Bruce Wayne finds himself in a dark, alternate version of Gotham City where he never existed. He must navigate a city controlled by a tyrannical version of Harvey Dent.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4 - 9.6)
Condition Details
Appears to be in very high-grade condition. Corners look sharp with minimal blunting; spine appears clean without visible color-breaking stress ticks. Small white fleck on the top right edge may be a minor production defect or slight edge wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25.00 - $35.00; Graded (9.8): $75.00 - $110.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific Szerdy exclusive have fluctuated between $20 and $40 depending on the market and trade/virgin set combos. Graded 9.8 copies typically settle around the $100 mark.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if you are confident in a 9.8 (Near Mint/Mint) grade. While it is a popular 'waifu' style cover by Szerdy, the modern 'store exclusive' market is highly volatile and rarely yields high returns on grades lower than 9.8.
Notable Features
Features a realistic Catwoman 'Virgin' cover by artist Nathan Szerdy. This was a limited store exclusive. This issue starts a new major story arc by the Zdarsky/Jimenez creative team.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with modern DC cardstock covers. High-gloss finish, digital color registration is sharp. The artist credit line (Zdarsky, Jimenez, etc.) at the top is standard for this specific variant design.