Batman Detective Comics #3
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 2 (The New 52)
Writer
Tony S. Daniel
Interior Artist
Tony S. Daniel
Cover Artist
Tony S. Daniel
Publication Date
January 2012
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Night of the Dollmaker! Batman investigates the horrific crimes of the Dollmaker, a new villain who specializes in gruesome surgical alterations. Dollmaker has kidnapped Commissioner Gordon, leading Batman into a trap filled with biological horrors.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Generally sharp corners and flat cover. Minor shelf wear and a very slight hint of blunting on the bottom left corner. No significant color-breaking spine stress or creases visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40-$60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell between $3 and $8. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $45-$55 depending on shipping costs.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading plus shipping exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is best kept raw in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Early New 52 key series; prominent appearance of the Dollmaker (Barton Mathis); Direct Sales edition with UPC; New 52 branding on header.
Authentication Notes
Official DC Comics trade dress, correct paper stock gloss, and era-appropriate barcode/pricing indicators ($2.99 US). No signs of counterfeit reproduction.