Detective Comics #194 (1953) — Comic Book Value

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What Detective Comics #194 (1953) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Detective Comics #194 (1953) value — Ungraded $131 · Grade 6.0 $660. Prices updated July 2026.

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Detective Comics #194 (1953) comic value

An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #194 (1953) averages around $131. A CGC 6.0 runs about $660, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.

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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Grade 6.0$660eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the value difference between ungraded and graded copies?
The ungraded copy is listed at $135, whereas the Grade 6.0 copy is valued at $660.
Is Detective Comics #194 a good investment?
Yes, its listed prices show a clear value range depending on the comic's condition.
What is the series this comic belongs to?
This comic belongs to the Detective Comics series.

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