Batman [2nd Print] #398 (1986) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman [2nd Print] #398 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman [2nd Print] #398 (1986) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $24. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want the card, the Standard version at $4 is the cheapest entry point. The Newsstand ($8) and 2nd Print ($14) versions offer minor variations or print runs that appeal to completists. The 4th Print at $3 is the absolute lowest cost. Buyers focused on collecting the cheapest version should opt for Standard or 4th Print, while those seeking specific print runs should pay the premium for 2nd Print or Newsstand.
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Batman [2nd Print] #398 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman [2nd Print] #398 (1986) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $24.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Batman comic?
- The ungraded version of Batman #398 starts at $11.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of Batman #398?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this Batman comic is listed for $18.
- Is the value of this comic dependent on its grade?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with condition, moving from $11 ungraded to $18 for a Grade 8.0.