Detective Comics #442 (1974) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #442 (1974) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #442 (1974) value — Ungraded $15 · Grade 6.0 $40 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$15
Ungraded
2.7×
$40
Grade 6.0
3.3×
$50
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.3× raw.
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Detective Comics #442 (1974) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #442 (1974) averages around $15. A CGC 6.0 runs about $40, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $40 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #442?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #442 is currently listed for $15.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #442 is available for $50.
- What is the price difference between ungraded and graded versions?
- The price increases significantly with grading; an ungraded copy is $15 compared to a Grade 6.0 at $40.