Detective Comics #539 (1984) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #539 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #539 (1984) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $27. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost to own Detective Comics #539, choose the Newsstand version at $4. The Standard version at $6 offers slightly better condition or perhaps a more desirable presentation, though the difference is minimal. If you are strictly budget-conscious, buy the Newsstand. If you value a marginally better copy, pay the extra two dollars for the Standard.
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Detective Comics #539 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #539 (1984) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $27.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #539?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #539 starts at $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #539 is listed for $26.
- Is the value of this comic dependent on its grade?
- Yes, the value increases significantly with condition; for example, a Grade 6.0 is $16.