Batman [Newsstand] #429 (1989) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman [Newsstand] #429 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman [Newsstand] #429 (1989) value — Ungraded $13 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $37. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Batman #429 (1989) for the lowest cost, purchase the Newsstand version at $11. The Standard version at $12 offers no significant upgrade in condition or rarity over the Newsstand copy based on these prices. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest entry point should choose Newsstand, while those willing to spend the extra dollar for the Standard version gain negligible benefit.
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Batman [Newsstand] #429 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman [Newsstand] #429 (1989) averages around $13. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $37.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $37 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best price point for Batman #429?
- The ungraded copy is listed at $12, but a Grade 8.0 copy sells for $38.
- Is this comic worth buying in ungraded condition?
- Yes, an ungraded copy of Batman #429 is currently available for $12.
- How much more is the graded version worth?
- The Grade 8.0 version is priced at $38, compared to $12 for the ungraded version.