Batman #78 (1953) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman #78 (1953) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman #78 (1953) value — Ungraded $202 · Grade 6.0 $629 · Grade 8.0 $12,000. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 59.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
BATMAN # 78 1953 coverless, complete, , new facsimile cover, lower grade
BATMAN # 78 1953 coverless, complete, , new replica cover, lower grade
1953 DC Comics FLIPPITY And FLOP #11 Cartoon Golden Age Superhero Batman 78 Ad
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Batman #78 (1953), purchase the Standard version for $5. The Mann version at $6 offers minimal distinction, while the $217 Standard and $2 Variant likely denote superior condition or packaging. Buyers prioritizing collection completeness or investment should pay for the higher-priced Standard or Variant, whereas budget-conscious collectors should stick to the $5 Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Batman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #78
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- August 1, 1953
Batman #78 (1953) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman #78 (1953) averages around $202. A CGC 6.0 runs about $629, and a CGC 8.0 commands $12000.
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 | $202 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $629 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $12,000 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $22.7 / $310 / $724.15 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 22, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $22.70–$724.15 (median $310.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for this Batman comic?
- The ungraded value for Batman #78 (1953) is listed at $224.
- How much more valuable is a high-grade copy compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $12000, significantly higher than the $224 ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a mid-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Batman #78 (1953) is currently valued at $629.