Batman #553 (1998) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman #553 (1998) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman #553 (1998) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $17. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Batman #553 (1998), buy the Standard or Newsstand version for $5. Since both versions share the same low price, there is no premium aspect to justify paying more. These versions offer no significant differences in edition, packaging, or scarcity. Therefore, any collector seeking this specific issue should purchase either version at the $5 price point to save money.
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Batman #553 (1998) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman #553 (1998) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $17.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Batman #553?
- The ungraded copy of Batman #553 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy starts at $9.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this Batman issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Batman #553 is listed for $15.
- Is the value of this comic dependent on its grade?
- Yes, the value increases with condition; for example, a Grade 8.0 is priced higher than the ungraded version.