Detective Comics #502 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #502 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #502 (1981) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $25. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Detective Comics #502 (1981), select the Newsstand version at $7. The Standard version at $4 is cheaper, but the difference in value likely reflects minor variations in condition or distribution, not significant collectible features. Buyers prioritizing budget should take the Standard, while those seeking a specific, potentially higher-grade copy might justify the slight price difference for the Newsstand.
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Detective Comics #502 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #502 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $25.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #502?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #502 starts at $4.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #502 is currently listed for $23.
- What are the available grades for this issue?
- This issue is available ungraded, as a Grade 6.0, and a Grade 8.0.