Detective Comics #259 (1958) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #259 (1958) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #259 (1958) value — Ungraded $122 · Grade 6.0 $828 · Grade 8.0 $1,482. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.1× raw.
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Detective Comics #259 (1958) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #259 (1958) averages around $122. A CGC 6.0 runs about $828, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1482.
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 | $122 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $828 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,482 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $20 / $290 / $5,995 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of September 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $20.00–$5,995.00 (median $290.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #259 is currently valued around $118.
- How much more is the Grade 8.0 compared to the ungraded version?
- The Grade 8.0 sells for $1805, significantly higher than the ungraded price of $118.
- Is there a mid-range option for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is available for $827, offering a good balance of condition and cost.