Detective Comics ##26
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 2
Writer
John Layman
Interior Artist
Aaron Lopresti
Cover Artist
Jason Fabok
Publication Date
February 2014
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the Gothtopia storyline. Batman deals with a city transformed into a utopia where crime apparently doesn't exist, but things are not as they seem.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Appears to be in strong condition inside a protective bag and board. Cover is glossy with sharp corners, flat surface, and virtually no visible spine stress lines.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10, Graded (CGC 9.8): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales range from $3 to $8 depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth the cost of professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the raw value is low and modern high-grade copies are common.
Notable Features
Gothtopia crossover tie-in issue, featuring striking Jason Fabok cover art with a skull-faced Batman motif.
Authentication Notes
Standard Direct Edition barcode in the bottom left corner, crisp printing, correct cover stock, and proper DC bullet logo indicating authentic modern print.