Detective Comics #289 (1961) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #289 (1961) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #289 (1961) value — Ungraded $43 · Grade 6.0 $145 · Grade 8.0 $297. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$43
Ungraded
3.4×
$145
Grade 6.0
6.9×
$297
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.9× raw.
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Detective Comics #289 (1961) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #289 (1961) averages around $43. A CGC 6.0 runs about $145, and a CGC 8.0 commands $297.
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 | $43 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $145 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $297 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #289 is currently listed at $53.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #289 is valued at $298.
- Is this comic worth buying if it's ungraded?
- Yes, an ungraded copy offers an entry point at $53, while higher grades command significantly more value.