Detective Comics #297 (1961) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #297 (1961) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #297 (1961) value — Ungraded $46 · Grade 6.0 $89 · Grade 8.0 $226. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$46
Ungraded
+93%
$89
Grade 6.0
4.9×
$226
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.9× raw.
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Detective Comics #297 (1961) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #297 (1961) averages around $46. A CGC 6.0 runs about $89, and a CGC 8.0 commands $226.
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 | $46 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $89 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $226 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #297 is currently listed at $38.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #297 is valued at $229.
- Is there a mid-range price point available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of this issue can be found for $129.