Detective Comics #228 (1956) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #228 (1956) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #228 (1956) value — Ungraded $79 · Grade 6.0 $286 · Grade 8.0 $1,065. Prices updated September 2026.
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Value by grade
$79
Ungraded
3.6×
$286
Grade 6.0
13.5×
$1,065
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 13.5× raw.
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Detective Comics #228 (1956) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #228 (1956) averages around $79. A CGC 6.0 runs about $286, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1065.
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 | $79 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $286 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,065 | eBay 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.