Detective Comics #37 (1940) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #37 (1940) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #37 (1940) value — Ungraded $4,901 · Grade 6.0 $29,280 · Grade 8.0 $48,000. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.8× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Newsstand or Cooke version for around $8. The Standard version at $3597 represents the primary, highly valued comic. The Combo-Pack and Standard $3 listings offer minimal value compared to the high-end Standard. Buyers prioritizing owning the core piece should aim for the Standard, while budget collectors should stick to the cheapest available options.
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Item details
- Series
- Detective Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #37
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- March 1, 1940
Detective Comics #37 (1940) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #37 (1940) averages around $4901. A CGC 6.0 runs about $29280, and a CGC 8.0 commands $48000.
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 | $4,901 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $29,280 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $48,000 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $5.19 / $325 / $7,500 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $5.19–$7,500.00 (median $325.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value range for Detective Comics #37?
- The ungraded value is listed at $3597, while a comic graded 8.0 can fetch $48000.
- Is Detective Comics #37 considered a valuable comic?
- Yes, the listed prices show a high resale value, especially for higher-graded copies.
- What series is this comic from?
- This comic belongs to the Detective Comics series.