Detective Comics #397 (1970) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #397 (1970) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #397 (1970) value — Ungraded $25 · Grade 6.0 $47 · Grade 8.0 $108. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$25
Ungraded
+88%
$47
Grade 6.0
4.3×
$108
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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Detective Comics #397 (1970) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #397 (1970) averages around $25. A CGC 6.0 runs about $47, and a CGC 8.0 commands $108.
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 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $47 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $108 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #397 starts at $33.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #397 is valued at $108.
- Is the condition grade important for this comic?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts value, with a Grade 6.0 selling for $47.