Detective Comics #23 (1939) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #23 (1939) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #23 (1939) value — Ungraded $1,503 · Grade 6.0 $3,734. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 2.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version for only $5. The higher-priced Standard ($1507) and Combo-Pack ($4) versions offer significantly better condition or packaging, reflecting their rarity and desirability. Casual collectors wanting a piece for minimal outlay should stick to the Newsstand. Serious investors or dedicated enthusiasts should pay for the Standard to secure a premium collectible.
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Item details
- Series
- Detective Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #23
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- January 1, 1939
Detective Comics #23 (1939) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #23 (1939) averages around $1503. A CGC 6.0 runs about $3734, 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
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $1,503 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $3,734 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.99 / $24 / $18,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.99–$18,500.00 (median $24.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of Detective Comics #23?
- The ungraded value is listed at $1508, and a Grade 6.0 copy is valued at $3734.
- Is the condition important for this comic's price?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts the price, with a Grade 6.0 fetching a much higher price than ungraded.
- Where can I find Detective Comics #23?
- You can find this rare issue on the JunkPal resale marketplace.