Detective Comics #17 (1938) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #17 (1938) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #17 (1938) value — Ungraded $2,275 · Grade 8.0 $6,113. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.7× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version for $7. The Standard ($2275) and Fabok Sketch ($3) versions offer significant differences; the Standard is the key collectible, while the Fabok Sketch is a specific artistic variant. Buyers seeking investment value should pay for the Standard, whereas those wanting a cheap piece of history should opt for the Newsstand.
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Item details
- Series
- Detective Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #17
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- July 1, 1938
Detective Comics #17 (1938) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #17 (1938) averages around $2275. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $6113.
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 | $2,275 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $6,113 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4.28 / $434.99 / $13,750 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $4.28–$13,750.00 (median $434.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value range for Detective Comics #17?
- The ungraded value is around $2275, and a Grade 8.0 copy sells for $6113.
- Is the condition important for this comic's price?
- Yes, the difference between ungraded and a Grade 8.0 copy shows a substantial price variance.
- Where can I find Detective Comics #17 for sale?
- You can find this rare issue on the JunkPal resale marketplace.