Batman Beyond ##3
DC Comics • Batman Beyond Vol. 1
Writer
Hilary J. Bader
Interior Artist
Craig Rousseau
Cover Artist
B. Smith / T. Beatty
Publication Date
January 2000
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the storyline 'Spliced by the Splicers!', following Terry McGinnis as Batman Beyond dealing with individuals splicing animal DNA with human genetics in Neo-Gotham.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0) to Fair/Good (CGC 1.5)
Condition Details
Heavy wear and structural damage. The outer protective plastic wrap is heavily wrinkled and torn across the top. The comic book itself shows significant creasing, heavy spine stress with color-breaking ticks, corner blunting, potential water damage or heavy wrinkling across the entire cover, and edge wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded (CGC): Not recommended for grading due to low return value relative to grading costs.
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar heavily worn or lower grades typically sell for around $2 to $5, while higher-grade copies (VF/NM) fetch closer to $15 - $25.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition grade.
Notable Features
Direct Edition variant featuring the traditional barcode box with 'DIRECT SALES' text. Tie-in to the critically acclaimed animated television series.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic standard direct market comic book from 2000 based on the cover stock, DC bullet logo, indicia, and standard barcode format.