Detective Comics #487 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #487 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #487 (1979) value — Ungraded $15 · Grade 6.0 $39 · Grade 8.0 $47. Prices updated September 2026.
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Value by grade
$15
Ungraded
2.6×
$39
Grade 6.0
3.1×
$47
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 #487 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #487 (1979) averages around $15. A CGC 6.0 runs about $39, and a CGC 8.0 commands $47.
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 | $39 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $47 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #487?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #487 is currently valued at $13.
- How much is a graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $40, and a Grade 6.0 copy is listed at $33.
- Is the value of this comic dependent on its grade?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with grade, moving from $13 ungraded to $40 for an 8.0.