Batman ##454
DC Comics • Batman (Volume 1)
Writer
Peter Milligan
Interior Artist
Kieron Dwyer
Cover Artist
Mike Mignola
Publication Date
September 1990
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue concludes the 'Dark Knight, Dark City' three-part story arc. It features a darker, more occult-focused battle between Batman and the Riddler, who attempts to summon a demon known as Barbatos.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine+ (CGC 8.5)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom-right corner. Light surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover, likely exacerbated by the bag. Overall flat with good color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.8): $90 - $110
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $12 and $18. CGC 9.8 copies typically sell for around $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless the copy is determined to be a candidate for a 9.8 after a professional press. Given the visible spine ticks, a 9.0-9.2 is likely. Value increase would not justify the grading fees for this specific grade range.
Notable Features
Conclusion of the 'Dark Knight, Dark City' story arc. Notable Mike Mignola cover. This storyline is significant as it introduced the concept of the demon Barbatos, which later became central to Grant Morrison's Batman run and the Dark Nights: Metal event.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copy. Displays correct DC logo for the era, proper barcode (Direct Edition), and ink density consistent with 1990 offset printing.