Grendel / Batman: Devil's Masque ##1
DC Comics / Comico • Grendel / Batman: Devil's Masque
Writer
Matt Wagner
Interior Artist
Matt Wagner
Cover Artist
Matt Wagner
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part one of a two-issue prestige format crossover event featuring the meeting of Matt Wagner's master assassin Grendel (Brian Li Sung) and DC Comics' Dark Knight, Batman, as they cross paths in a tale of mystery and high society.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be bagged and boarded with minimal visible wear. Corners are sharp, and the cover gloss remains intact with no major spine stress lines or color-breaking creases visible from the angle.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5 - $15. Graded CGC 9.8 value: $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for this specific issue in high-grade raw condition range between $5 and $12.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the grading and shipping costs would likely exceed the potential resale value increase for this modern prestige/comic crossover.
Notable Features
Prestige format crossover event between DC Comics and Comico, entirely written and illustrated by Grendel creator Matt Wagner.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s prestige format publication. Clean printing, correct publisher logos for both DC and Comico, and appropriate paper stock consistent with the era.