Dark Nights: Death Metal ##3
DC Comics • Dark Nights: Death Metal (2020-2021)
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Greg Capullo
Cover Artist
Peach Momoko
Publication Date
October 2020
Cover Variant
Variant/B Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Justice League has been defeated and the Earth has been transformed into a twisted landscape ruled by the Batman Who Laughs. In this issue, Wonder Woman, Batman, and Superman lead a rescue mission to New Apokolips to free the Legion of Doom.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Based on the digital image, the cover appears flat with deep color saturation and sharp corners. There is minimal visible spine stress. Minor handling wear may exist along the top edge, but without physical inspection, it assumes a high-grade collector's copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $15 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies consistently sell between $8 and $18 on secondary markets like eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $50 to $70 depending on buyer demand.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if the copy is a guaranteed 9.8 candidate. The cost of grading (approx $30-45) plus shipping often exceeds the value increase for this specific modern variant unless it achieves the highest grade.
Notable Features
Features a popular variant cover by artist Peach Momoko. Part of the major 'Death Metal' crossover event that reshaped the DC Multiverse.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern cardstock cover with matte/gloss finish typical of 2020 DC variants. No signs of counterfeiting; registration and logos are sharp and consistent with DC production standards.