Detective Comics #228 (1956) — Comic Book Value

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What Detective Comics #228 (1956) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Detective Comics #228 (1956) value — Ungraded $120 · Grade 6.0 $255. Prices updated July 2026.

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Detective Comics #228 (1956) comic value

An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #228 (1956) averages around $120. A CGC 6.0 runs about $255, 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$255eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical resale value for an ungraded copy of this issue?
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #228 (1956) is currently valued around $133.
How much more is a graded copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
A Grade 6.0 copy sells for $275, which is significantly higher than the ungraded price.
Is this issue a good investment for collectors?
Yes, the price difference between ungraded and graded copies suggests strong collector interest in this series.

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