Detective Comics #604 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #604 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #604 (1989) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated July 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 cheapest way to own Detective Comics #604, grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $4 offers slightly better condition or presentation, but in this case, the difference is minimal. Buyers prioritizing pure ownership should take the Newsstand. Those willing to spend the extra $2 for the Standard version are paying for a marginal perceived upgrade in the item itself.
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Detective Comics #604 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #604 (1989) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #604?
- The ungraded copy of Detective Comics #604 is currently listed starting at $5.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #604 sells for $20.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the graded versions command a higher price; for example, Grade 6.0 is $13 while ungraded is $5.