Detective Comics #389 (1969) — Comic Book Value

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What Detective Comics #389 (1969) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Detective Comics #389 (1969) value — Ungraded $19 · Grade 6.0 $109 · Grade 8.0 $131. Prices updated August 2026.

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$19
Ungraded
5.7×
$109
Grade 6.0
6.9×
$131
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 #389 (1969) comic value

An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #389 (1969) averages around $19. A CGC 6.0 runs about $109, and a CGC 8.0 commands $131.

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.

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Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today

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Ungraded$19eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$109eBay sold comps
Grade 8.0$131eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for Detective Comics #389?
The ungraded version of Detective Comics #389 is currently valued around $28.
How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
A copy of Detective Comics #389 graded at 8.0 sells for $131.
Is the condition of this comic a major factor in its price?
Yes, the price varies significantly, ranging from $28 for ungraded to $131 for a Grade 8.0 copy.

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