Detective Comics #648
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Chuck Dixon
Interior Artist
Graham Nolan
Cover Artist
Matt Wagner
Publication Date
August 1992
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First part of the 'The Electric City' storyline. It features the first appearance of the character Arthur Brown as Cluemaster (modern version) and features Batman and Robin (Tim Drake) tracking down a series of clues. Cluemaster is notable as the father of Stephanie Brown (Spoiler).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of corners; significant spine stress with color-breaking ticks; small minor creases along the bottom edge; some cover scuffing and discoloration on the left side near the spine; Newsstand barcode area shows minor wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.0+): $40 - $55
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. Recent eBay sales for mid-grade newsstand copies range from $4 to $7.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the current market value for a copy in this condition. Best kept as a reader copy or for personal collection.
Notable Features
First appearance of Stephanie Brown (Spoiler) in a cameo/unnamed capacity. Newsstand edition with barcode on front cover. Part 1 of Cluemaster storyline.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s DC newsstand print. Paper stock is standard glossy period-accurate paper. Barcode and date stamp are consistent with DC's 1992 distribution.