Batman ##491
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Jim Aparo
Cover Artist
Kelley Jones
Publication Date
April 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the KnightFall storyline where Bane breaks out the inmates of Arkham Asylum to exhaust Batman. Batman faces multiple escaped villains.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Glossy cover, sharp corners with very minimal blunting, minor spine stress lines without color breaks, clean back and staple area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5 - $15. Graded CGC 9.0: $30 - $50.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for mid-to-high grade copies range between $5 and $20 depending on platform and shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the raw market value.
Notable Features
Part of the iconic 1990s KnightFall crossover event, featuring classic Kelley Jones cover art.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1993 DC Direct Edition with proper barcode block and smooth newsprint interior pages consistent with the era.