Detective Comics #520 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #520 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #520 (1982) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
Buy the Standard or Newsstand Detective Comics #520 for $6 to simply own the comic. Since both versions sell for the same price, there is no difference in what you gain by choosing one over the other regarding edition or scarcity. Collectors focused purely on owning the item should purchase either version at the $6 price point, while those seeking a specific upgrade or difference should reconsider.
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Detective Comics #520 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #520 (1982) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
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 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #520?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #520 is currently listed at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this issue worth?
- A copy of Detective Comics #520 graded at 8.0 is available for $26.
- Are there different prices depending on the condition?
- Yes, the price varies significantly; for example, a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $15.