Detective Comics #559 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #559 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #559 (1986) value — Ungraded $8 · 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 3.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, purchase the Newsstand version at $6. The Standard version at $7 offers no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Buyers prioritizing mere ownership should opt for the Newsstand. Those seeking a slightly more recognized or potentially better-preserved copy should spend the extra dollar for the Standard, though the difference is minimal.
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Detective Comics #559 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #559 (1986) averages around $8. 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 | $8 | 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 #559?
- The ungraded copy of Detective Comics #559 is available starting at $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #559 is priced at $26.
- Is the value significantly different between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the value increases from $6 for ungraded to $17 for a Grade 6.0 copy.