Detective Comics ##828
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Paul Dini
Interior Artist
Don Kramer
Cover Artist
Simone Bianchi
Publication Date
April 2007
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Slayride' where Robin finds himself trapped in the Joker's car as the Clown Prince of Crime takes him on a terrifying, high-speed joyride through Gotham City.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting, protected in a modern bag and board, price sticker attached to the upper right corner area on the bag/board or cover overlay.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25, Graded (9.0-9.2): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in the $10 to $20 range, with signed copies commanding a modest premium depending on authentication completeness.
Grading Recommendation
Not strongly recommended for professional grading unless part of a personal collection preference, as the grading and shipping fees may outpace the value increase for a 9.0 copy of this issue.
Notable Features
Highly regarded single-issue Joker story written by Paul Dini, featuring an iconic cover and memorable interior narrative centered around Robin and the Joker.
Authentication Notes
Includes a New Dimension Comics Certificate of Authenticity affixed to the polybag, noting a signature by Wayne Faucher.