Detective Comics #481 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #481 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #481 (1978) value — Ungraded $23 · Grade 6.0 $49 · Grade 8.0 $80. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$23
Ungraded
2.1×
$49
Grade 6.0
3.5×
$80
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.5× raw.
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Detective Comics #481 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #481 (1978) averages around $23. A CGC 6.0 runs about $49, and a CGC 8.0 commands $80.
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 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $49 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $80 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #481 is currently listed at $12.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy than an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $41, which is $29 more than the ungraded price.
- Is there a mid-range option available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Detective Comics #481 is available for $24.