Detective Comics #594 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #594 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #594 (1988) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $15. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Detective Comics #594, grab the Newsstand version for $3. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant difference in intrinsic value, so paying the extra dollar buys you nothing tangible in terms of edition or scarcity. If your goal is simply ownership on a budget, choose Newsstand; otherwise, the Standard is a marginal upgrade for a slightly higher price.
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Detective Comics #594 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #594 (1988) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $15.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded copy of Detective Comics #594 is listed at $4.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #594 is valued at $15.
- What is the price for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- You can purchase a Grade 6.0 copy for $12.