Detective Comics #1000 — CGC Signature Series 9.8 (Sketch Edition)

This is a one-of-a-kind multi-signed & sketched edition of Detective Comics #1000 — DC Comics’ monumental celebration of Batman’s 80th anniversary.
Graded CGC 9.8 (Signature Series), this book features original hand-drawn artwork from multiple legendary artists, all verified by CGC for authenticity.
Each artist and writer directly contributed to Batman’s mythos, making this not just a comic, but a collaborative piece of DC history.
🖋️ Creators & Their Significance
Tim Sale (1956–2022): Iconic artist of Batman: The Long Halloween and Dark Victory. His cinematic, noir-inspired art defined Gotham for a generation. Sale’s passing in 2022 makes his signed sketches especially valuable.
Jae Lee: Eisner-winning artist known for Batman/Superman and Before Watchmen: Ozymandias. His moody, painterly style is highly sought after by collectors.
Mark Pennington: Esteemed DC inker with credits on Batman, Green Lantern, and Superman. His precise inking helped define the Bronze and Modern Age DC look.
Chris HyunUng Lee: Modern DC illustrator celebrated for sleek, stylized designs bridging traditional and digital artistry.
Tom King: Eisner-winning writer of Batman (Rebirth) and Mister Miracle. Widely regarded as one of DC’s most influential modern storytellers.
Mitch Gerads: Eisner-winning artist and frequent Tom King collaborator (Mister Miracle, Strange Adventures). Known for his cinematic realism and emotional depth.
Brian Azzarello: Critically acclaimed writer of Batman: Damned, Joker, and 100 Bullets. His gritty storytelling reshaped the tone of Gotham’s modern era.
Together, these creators represent over three decades of Batman’s creative evolution, making this issue a true showcase of DC excellence.
🔹 Condition & Grading
CGC 9.8 Signature Series (Yellow Label)
White Pages
Sketch Edition Blank Cover
All Signatures and Artwork Certified by CGC
Comes slabbed and preserved in a pristine case.
🔹 Market & Rarity
Comparable CGC 9.8 sketch editions signed by multiple artists (including Jae Lee and Tim Sale) have sold or listed between:
$800–$1,200 for dual-artist copies
$1,500–$2,500+ for multi-signed sketch editions (with deceased artists like Tim Sale)
This isn’t just a comic — it’s a hand-sketched collaboration by seven of Batman’s greatest storytellers.
With Tim Sale’s passing and CGC certification locking in authenticity, this slab stands as a museum-quality piece celebrating Batman’s artistic legacy.