Detective Comics #291 (1961) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #291 (1961) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #291 (1961) value — Ungraded $48 · Grade 6.0 $77 · Grade 8.0 $260. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$48
Ungraded
+60%
$77
Grade 6.0
5.4×
$260
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.4× raw.
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Detective Comics #291 (1961) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #291 (1961) averages around $48. A CGC 6.0 runs about $77, and a CGC 8.0 commands $260.
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 | $48 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $77 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $260 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #291 starts at $28.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $260, significantly higher than the $28 starting price for ungraded.
- Is there a price difference between the Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0 versions?
- Yes, the Grade 6.0 sells for $77, while the higher-graded 8.0 version is valued at $260.