Detective Comics #515 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #515 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #515 (1982) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Detective Comics #515 (1982) for the least amount of money, buy the Newsstand version for $10. The Standard version at $5 is actually cheaper, so that is the absolute cheapest route. However, the Newsstand version typically implies a specific distribution or packaging that the Standard version lacks, offering a slight collectible distinction. Save your money unless you specifically desire the Newsstand presentation.
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Detective Comics #515 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #515 (1982) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #515?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #515 is currently listed for $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A copy of Detective Comics #515 graded at 8.0 can be purchased for $21.
- Is the Grade 6.0 condition a good value?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is available for $18, offering a balance of condition and price.