Detective Comics #18 (1938) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #18 (1938) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #18 (1938) value — Grade 6.0 12 050 € · $13,900 · Grade 8.0 22 792 € · $26,290. Prices updated août 2026.
Converted from USD at the ECB reference rate — sold comps are US-market sales.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Newsstand or Combo-Pack for around $4. The Standard version at $13900 represents the core, high-grade collectible. Fabok Sketch and 2nd Print versions offer niche appeal, while the $3 Standard is a budget entry point. Save your money unless you specifically want the premium status or the unique sketch variant.
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Item details
- Series
- Detective Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #18
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- August 1, 1938
Detective Comics #18 (1938) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #18 (1938) averages around null. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13900, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26290.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 6.0 | 12 050 € · $13,900 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | 22 792 € · $26,290 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | 104,03 € / 2 991 € / 11 834 €$120 / $3,450 / $13,650 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $120.00–$13,649.99 (median $3,450.00).
Questions fréquentes
- What is the difference in value between the Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0 copies?
- The Grade 8.0 copy commands a higher price at $26,290, compared to $13,900 for the Grade 6.0 version.
- Is this a good investment for comic collectors?
- Yes, the significant price difference between grades indicates strong resale value for this rare Detective Comics issue.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This comic belongs to the Detective Comics series.