Batman ##142
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 3 (2016 Series)
Writer
Chip Zdarsky
Interior Artist
Giuseppe Camuncoli & Andrea Sorrentino
Cover Artist
Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Publication Date
April 2024 (Released February 2024)
Cover Variant
Variant / B Cover (Artist Spotlight Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part one of 'The Joker: Year One' storyline. The plot explores a secret history of Joker’s training and his early impact on Gotham, bridging the gap between 'The Killing Joke' and modern continuity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint+ (CGC 9.6)
Condition Details
Extremely sharp corners and edges. No visible spine stress or color-breaking creases through the bag. Slight factory-cut edge texture common to modern books. Appears well-centered with high color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10; Graded (9.8): $45-$65
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4.99 to $8.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have consistently stayed near MSRP plus grading costs.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection. As a modern non-incentive variant, the cost of grading ($35+) likely exceeds the market value of the slabbed book.
Notable Features
Includes the 'DC All In' branding logo. Features artwork by the legendary Jim Lee. Key storyline focusing on the origins of the Joker.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern DC Comic. Features the correct high-gloss cover stock and modern barcode with suffix '01422' indicating issue 142 and variant B cover.