Detective Comics #552 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #552 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #552 (1985) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $26. 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 absolute cheapest way to own Detective Comics #552, choose the Newsstand version at $4. The Standard version at $6 offers no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Buyers prioritizing budget should select the Newsstand. Those willing to spend the extra $2 for the Standard version gain negligible value based on these current prices.
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Detective Comics #552 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #552 (1985) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, 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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #552?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #552 is listed with a starting value of $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A copy of Detective Comics #552 graded at 8.0 can be found for $25.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the graded copy at 8.0 is valued higher at $25 compared to the ungraded version starting at $6.