Detective Comics #522 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #522 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #522 (1983) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $21 · Grade 8.0 $34. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version at $7. The Standard version at $9 offers slightly more perceived value, though in this case, the difference is minimal. If you are purely looking to own the comic without significant investment, buy the Newsstand. Those willing to pay the extra two dollars for the Standard version are paying for a marginally better presentation or perceived collectibility.
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Detective Comics #522 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #522 (1983) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $21, and a CGC 8.0 commands $34.
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 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $34 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #522 starts at $8.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #522 is valued at $36.
- What is the price difference between ungraded and a Grade 6.0?
- The price difference is $15, with the Grade 6.0 selling for $23 compared to the ungraded $8.