Batman #97
DC Comics • Batman Vol. 3 (2016 Series)
Writer
James Tynion IV
Interior Artist
Jorge Jimenez
Cover Artist
Guillem March
Publication Date
October 2020
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of 'The Joker War'. Batman is under the influence of a potent new Joker toxin while the Joker has taken control of the Wayne fortune and city. Features appearances by Harley Quinn and Punchline.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Very minor shelf wear. Sharp corners and edges. Slight blunting on the top right corner. The spine appears tight with minimal color-breaking stress. Surface gloss is high.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $8.00 / Graded (9.8): $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for cover price or slightly above ($4-$7). CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $40 range on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading. While in high grade, the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book. It is a modern common issue with a high print run.
Notable Features
Part of the 'Joker War' storyline. Includes Punchline and Detective Bullock. Features the DC Universe logo in top left corner.
Authentication Notes
Genuine first printing. Correct paper stock and cover gloss. The UPC/Barcode '09711' correctly identifies issue 97, Cover A, first printing.