Batman ##422
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Starlin
Interior Artist
Mark Bright
Cover Artist
Dick Giordano
Publication Date
August 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'Messenger of Zeus'. Batman investigates a series of brutal murders involving a man who believes he is an agent of the Greek gods. This issue features Jason Todd as Robin shortly before the 'A Death in the Family' storyline.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Cover gloss remains high with strong color vibrancy. No visible color-breaking creases in the provided image.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15. Graded (9.8): $60 - $80.
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell for $8 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $75 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. The cost of grading exceeds the market value for most raw copies of this issue.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with barcode. Features the Jason Todd (Robin II) era. Part of the Jim Starlin run which led into the iconic 'A Death in the Family' arc.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC copper age newsstand edition. Standard paper stock and ink density consistent with late 1980s DC manufacturing.