Detective Comics #31 value
Answered from real closed-sale prices · updated August 1, 2026
28 priced items match — typical resale value $16 (range $2–$10,622)
The value of Detective Comics #31 depends heavily on the year of publication and condition:
1. Detective Comics #31 (1939) is extremely valuable, with a used sold price of $10,622 [1]. This is the original issue featuring the first appearance of Batman and is a key item for collectors. 2. Detective Comics #31 (2014) is far less valuable, with a used sold price of $3.19 [2]. This is a modern reissue and not the original 1939 version.
If you have the 1939 version, it's a high-value collectible. For the 2014 version, it's much less valuable. The condition (e.g., graded, near-mint, or damaged) can also significantly affect the value, especially for the 1939 issue.
If you're unsure of the condition or the exact year, you can compare current eBay listings for more context.
Live on eBay right now — Detective Comics #31 (1939)
Detective Comics #30 CGC 4.0 1939 4705059003$10,700Buy ↗
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Detective Comics #38 1940 Replica 1st Dick Grayson Robin DC Comics Batman$49.99Buy ↗
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