Detective Comics #279 (1960) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #279 (1960) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #279 (1960) value — Ungraded $31 · Grade 6.0 $174 · Grade 8.0 $367. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$31
Ungraded
5.6×
$174
Grade 6.0
11.8×
$367
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 11.8× raw.
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Detective Comics #279 (1960) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #279 (1960) averages around $31. A CGC 6.0 runs about $174, and a CGC 8.0 commands $367.
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 | $31 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $174 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $367 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #279 is currently listed starting at $29.
- How much is a high-grade copy valued at?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #279 is valued at $317.
- Is the value difference significant between grades?
- Yes, the value increases substantially, with a Grade 6.0 copy priced at $179 compared to the ungraded starting price.