Batman #88 (1954) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman #88 (1954) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman #88 (1954) value — Ungraded $135 · Grade 6.0 $599 · Grade 8.0 $1,680. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Batman #88 (CGC 7.0 OW/W) 1954 Golden Age Pre-Code DC Son of Batman
Batman # 88 CGC 1.8 1954 Son of Batman Story Key Late Golden Age New Case!eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Batman #88, purchase the Mattina version at $2. The Standard ($138) and Card Stock ($6) versions offer variations in condition or material, while the $4 Standard version is likely a minor variant. Buyers prioritizing ownership on a budget should take the Mattina. Collectors seeking a more substantial piece should invest in the Standard, while budget-conscious buyers should stick to the cheapest available option.
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Item details
- Series
- Batman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #88
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- December 1, 1954
Batman #88 (1954) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman #88 (1954) averages around $135. A CGC 6.0 runs about $599, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1680.
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 | $135 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $599 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,680 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $3.39 / $109.99 / $775 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of September 13, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.39–$775.00 (median $109.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Batman #88 (1954)?
- The ungraded copy of Batman #88 (1954) is currently listed starting at $137.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Batman issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Batman #88 (1954) is valued at $1680, while a Grade 6.0 sells for $599.
- Is the value of Batman #88 dependent on grading?
- Yes, the value increases substantially with grading, ranging from $137 ungraded to $1680 for a Grade 8.0.