Detective Comics #25 (1939) — Comic Book Value

Detective Comics

What Detective Comics #25 (1939) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Detective Comics #25 (1939) value — Ungraded $1,434 · Grade 6.0 $2,868. Prices updated August 2026.

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$12
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Used
$23
6 listings asking
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Value by grade
$1,434
Ungraded
2.0×
$2,868
Grade 6.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 2.0× raw.

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Which version do you have?

For the absolute lowest cost to own Detective Comics #25, grab the Combo-Pack for $4. The Fabok Sketch version offers a unique artistic element, while the Standard versions represent the typical comic book. Buyers prioritizing the basic item should choose the cheapest option, whereas collectors seeking rarity or specific inclusions should consider the higher-priced Standard or Fabok Sketch versions.

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Item details

Series
Detective Comics
Publisher
DC
Issue
#25
Key issue
No
Release date
March 1, 1939

Detective Comics #25 (1939) comic value

An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #25 (1939) averages around $1434. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2868, 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

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$1,434eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$2,868eBay sold comps
Live asking — low / typical / high$3.95 / $22 / $1,67020 live eBay listings

Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.95–$1,670.00 (median $22.00).

Frequently asked questions

What is the current market value for an ungraded copy of Detective Comics #25?
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #25 is currently valued at $1434.
How much more is a Grade 6.0 copy worth compared to ungraded?
A Grade 6.0 copy of Detective Comics #25 sells for $2868, significantly more than the ungraded price.
Is Detective Comics #25 considered a valuable investment?
Yes, with prices ranging from $1434 (ungraded) to $2868 (Grade 6.0), this series holds strong resale value.

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