Detective Comics #579 (1987) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #579 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #579 (1987) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, purchase the Newsstand version at $1. The Standard version at $4 offers slightly better condition or packaging, though the difference is minimal here. If you simply want the comic, buy the Newsstand copy. Only pay the extra for the Standard if you value a marginally better presentation over saving a dollar.
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Detective Comics #579 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #579 (1987) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #579 starts at $3.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #579 is currently listed for $18.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of this issue can be found for $11.