Detective Comics #5 (2012) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #5 (2012) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #5 (2012) value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 6.0 $6 · Grade 8.0 $11. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $1255 represents the true collectible value, while the Daniel Sketch at $13 offers a minor, niche variation. Buyers prioritizing investment should pay for the Standard. Those seeking a cheap piece of history should opt for the Newsstand, saving the premium cost.
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Detective Comics #5 (2012) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #5 (2012) averages around $2. A CGC 6.0 runs about $6, and a CGC 8.0 commands $11.
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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #5?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #5 (2012) is currently listed starting at $2.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Detective Comics #5 graded at 8.0 is valued at $11.
- What is the price difference between ungraded and Grade 6.0?
- The ungraded copy starts at $2, while the Grade 6.0 version is priced at $7.