Detective Comics #478 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #478 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #478 (1978) value — Ungraded $17 · Grade 6.0 $50 · Grade 8.0 $52. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$17
Ungraded
2.9×
$50
Grade 6.0
3.1×
$52
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.1× raw.
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Detective Comics #478 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #478 (1978) averages around $17. A CGC 6.0 runs about $50, and a CGC 8.0 commands $52.
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 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $52 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #478?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #478 is currently priced at $17.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #478 is listed for $55.
- Are there different price points available for this comic?
- Yes, the prices range from $17 for ungraded to $42 for a Grade 6.0 copy.