Detective Comics #491 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #491 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #491 (1980) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $23 · Grade 8.0 $45. Prices updated September 2026.
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Value by grade
$8
Ungraded
2.9×
$23
Grade 6.0
5.6×
$45
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.6× raw.
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Detective Comics #491 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #491 (1980) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $23, and a CGC 8.0 commands $45.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $45 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the going rate for an ungraded copy of Detective Comics #491?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #491 is currently valued at $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $45, which is $40 more than the ungraded $5 value.
- Is there a specific price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of this issue is available for $16.