Detective Comics #36 (1940) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #36 (1940) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #36 (1940) value — Ungraded $960 · Grade 6.0 $5,175. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 5.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Manapul version for $3. The Standard ($960) and Newsstand ($12) versions offer significant differences in condition and market desirability. The Combo-Pack ($7) and Lego ($6) provide unique, lower-entry points. Save your money unless you specifically want the high-grade Standard or the unique Lego/Combo-Pack presentation.
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Item details
- Series
- Detective Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #36
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- February 1, 1940
Detective Comics #36 (1940) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #36 (1940) averages around $960. A CGC 6.0 runs about $5175, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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 | $960 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $5,175 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4 / $26 / $13,650 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $4.00–$13,649.99 (median $26.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $960, whereas a Grade 6.0 copy is valued at $5175.
- Is this a valuable comic for collectors?
- Yes, Detective Comics #36 is a sought-after item within the Detective Comics series.
- What is the listed price for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Detective Comics #36 is listed with a value of $5175.