Detective Comics ##29
DC Comics • Detective Comics Vol. 2 (The New 52)
Writer
John Layman
Interior Artist
Aaron Lopresti
Cover Artist
Guillem March
Publication Date
May 2014
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Gothtopia' storyline crossover. Batman faces a bizarre, utopian vision of Gotham City where villains and heroes alike have been brainwashed into a seemingly perfect, smiling reality, masking a dark and sinister psychological threat orchestrated by Scarecrow.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in very clean condition inside a protective bag and board. Cover has high gloss, sharp corners with only minimal blunting visible, and straight spine with virtually no visible stress ticks. Colors are vibrant with no apparent staining or major creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00, Graded (CGC 9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies typically sell in the $3 to $5 range on online marketplaces like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not worth professional grading costs unless part of a larger bulk submission or a complete run, as the grading fees would exceed the market value of a modern $3.99 comic in this price tier.
Notable Features
Part of the New 52 Gothtopia event tie-in. Features direct sales barcode box and Rated T for Teen rating.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern DC comic printing characteristics, clear cover gloss, standard barcode, and proper DC logo alignment indicating authenticity with no signs of counterfeiting.