Detective Comics ##298
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Finger
Interior Artist
Sheldon Moldoff (Batman); Joe Certa (Martian Manhunter); Nick Cardy (Aquaman backup)
Cover Artist
Sheldon Moldoff
Publication Date
December 1961
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Batman and Robin face 'The Menace of Clay-Face!'. This issue features Matt Hagen transforming into the shape-shifting Clay-Face after discovering a pool of protoplasm. Inclues an Aquaman backup story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
White pages. Light spine stress, minor corner blunting, small amount of surface wear, and a UK price stamp ('9d') in blue ink on the upper right cover area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $450; Graded CGC 6.5: $700 - $850
Recent Sales
Recent 6.5 sales range from $680 to $825. Higher grades (9.0+) exceed $3,000, while low grades (3.0) sell for roughly $200.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded by CGC as a 6.5. This is a solid mid-grade copy. Further pressing might improve the score slightly, but the stamp is permanent.
Notable Features
Origin and first appearance of the Silver Age Clay-Face (Matt Hagen). Key Silver Age Batman issue. Features a 12-cent US price mark with a 9d UK pence stamp.
Authentication Notes
Professionally authenticated and encapsulated by CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) under certification #4685507007. The 'White Pages' designation indicates exceptional paper preservation.