Detective Comics #22 (1938) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #22 (1938) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #22 (1938) value — Ungraded $2,840. Prices updated September 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, grab the Combo-Pack for $13. The Fabok Sketch ($5) offers a unique collectible element, while the Standard versions ($6 or $2840) represent the base comic. Buyers prioritizing ownership on a budget should choose the Combo-Pack. Serious collectors seeking high value should invest in the Standard version, whereas casual buyers can appreciate the Fabok Sketch for its unique nature.
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Item details
- Series
- Detective Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #22
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- December 1, 1938
Detective Comics #22 (1938) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #22 (1938) averages around $2840. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, 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.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $2,840 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $55 / $175 / $3,450 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $55.00–$3,450.00 (median $175.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of Detective Comics #22 (1938)?
- The ungraded estimated value for Detective Comics #22 is $2840.
- Is this issue rare?
- As a key issue from the Detective Comics series, it holds significant collectible value.
- What series does Detective Comics #22 belong to?
- This issue belongs to the Detective Comics series.