Detective Comics #259 (1958) — Comic Book Value

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What Detective Comics #259 (1958) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Detective Comics #259 (1958) value — Ungraded $96 · Grade 6.0 $828 · Grade 8.0 $1,482. Prices updated July 2026.

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$96
Ungraded
8.6×
$828
Grade 6.0
15.4×
$1,482
Grade 8.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 15.4× raw.

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Detective Comics #259 (1958) comic value

An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #259 (1958) averages around $96. 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.

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Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today

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Ungraded$96eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$828eBay sold comps
Grade 8.0$1,482eBay sold comps

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.

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