Batman's Detective Comics #No. 479
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Englehart and Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Marshall Rogers
Cover Artist
Marshall Rogers and Dick Giordano
Publication Date
October 1978
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Concluding the battle against Clayface III (Preston Payne) in 'The Touch of Death'. Features early work by the legendary Marshall Rogers/Steve Englehart team. This issue also includes a backup story featuring Hawkman.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; blunting on the bottom left corner; visible edge wear on the right side; minor surface scuffing and some light creasing on the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30.00 - $55.00; Graded (CGC 7.0): $80.00 - $110.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies range from $25-$45. Higher grade 9.0+ copies consistently sell above $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection preservation. The value increase for a 7.0 does not significantly outweigh the costs of grading and shipping.
Notable Features
Features the finale of the Clayface III story; classic Marshall Rogers cover art; Hawkman backup story begins; Newsstand edition with UPC.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with authentic 1978 Bronze Age DC production: newsstand paper quality, correct color registration for the era, and period-accurate 50 cent price point.