Detective Comics #153 (1949) — Comic Book Value

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What Detective Comics #153 (1949) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Detective Comics #153 (1949) value — Ungraded $164 · Grade 6.0 $668 · Grade 8.0 $1,297. Prices updated August 2026.

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$164
Ungraded
4.1×
$668
Grade 6.0
7.9×
$1,297
Grade 8.0

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Item details

Series
Detective Comics
Publisher
DC
Issue
#153
Key issue
No
Release date
November 1, 1949

Detective Comics #153 (1949) comic value

An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #153 (1949) averages around $164. A CGC 6.0 runs about $668, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1297.

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.

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Ungraded$164eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$668eBay sold comps
Grade 8.0$1,297eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for Detective Comics #153?
The ungraded version of Detective Comics #153 is currently valued at $158.
How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #153 is listed with a value of $1297.
Does the condition significantly impact the resale value?
Yes, the condition is key; for example, a Grade 6.0 sells for $674 compared to the ungraded price.

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