Detective Comics #249 (1957) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #249 (1957) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #249 (1957) value — Ungraded $69 · Grade 6.0 $172 · Grade 8.0 $375. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$69
Ungraded
2.5×
$172
Grade 6.0
5.4×
$375
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.4× raw.
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Detective Comics #249 (1957) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #249 (1957) averages around $69. A CGC 6.0 runs about $172, and a CGC 8.0 commands $375.
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 | $69 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $172 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $375 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #249?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #249 is currently valued at $86.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $375, which is significantly higher than the $86 price for an ungraded copy.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- Detective Comics #249 in Grade 6.0 is available for $172.