Detective Comics #178 (1951) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #178 (1951) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #178 (1951) value — Ungraded $130 · Grade 6.0 $336 · Grade 8.0 $1,152. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$130
Ungraded
2.6×
$336
Grade 6.0
8.9×
$1,152
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.9× raw.
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Detective Comics #178 (1951) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #178 (1951) averages around $130. A CGC 6.0 runs about $336, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1152.
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 | $130 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $336 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,152 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #178 starts at $130.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $1151, compared to the $130 starting price for ungraded.
- Is there a price difference between Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0?
- Yes, the Grade 6.0 is valued at $336, while the Grade 8.0 sells for $1151.