Joker ##1
DC Comics • Joker
Writer
Brian Azzarello
Interior Artist
Lee Bermejo
Cover Artist
Nick Dragotta
Publication Date
October 2008
Cover Variant
Foil Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Told from the perspective of Jonny Frost, a low-level henchman who picks up the Joker from Arkham Asylum upon his release, exploring the dark, gritty underworld of Gotham City and the Joker's brutal reclamation of his territory.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic is presented inside a protective bag and board, showing excellent gloss and reflectivity typical of a foil cover. Corners appear sharp with minimal to no blunting, and the spine looks straight with no obvious color-breaking stress lines. No visible tears, staining, or major creasing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $20 - $40 USD; Graded CGC 9.4/9.6 value estimated around $60 - $100 USD depending on market demand.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for this specific foil edition in high grade range from $25 to $50 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Given the delicate nature of foil covers which easily show scratches and fingerprint smudges, professional grading might be worthwhile only if the surface is pristine under close inspection. A press and clean service could help eliminate minor handling marks.
Notable Features
Features a striking, highly reflective gold foil variant cover artwork by Nick Dragotta, depicting a monstrous, demonic interpretation of the Joker.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Comics publication indicators are present, including proper DC bullet logo, correct paper stock weight, and clean print registration standard for modern prestige format or special cover issues.