Detective Comics #238 (1956) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #238 (1956) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #238 (1956) value — Ungraded $21 · Grade 6.0 $220 · Grade 8.0 $840. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$21
Ungraded
10.5×
$220
Grade 6.0
40.0×
$840
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 40.0× raw.
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Detective Comics #238 (1956) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #238 (1956) averages around $21. A CGC 6.0 runs about $220, and a CGC 8.0 commands $840.
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 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $220 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $840 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #238?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #238 is listed starting at $27.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this issue is valued at $840.
- Is there a middle-ground price point for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Detective Comics #238 is available for $220.