Detective Comics #605 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #605 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #605 (1989) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Detective Comics #605 (1989), grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $5 offers a slight premium, likely in better condition or perhaps a more complete presentation than the newsstand copy. If budget is the main concern, buy the Newsstand. If you want a marginally better piece, pay the extra $3 for the Standard.
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Detective Comics #605 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #605 (1989) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #605?
- Ungraded copies of Detective Comics #605 start at a resale value of $5.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #605 is listed with a resale value of $16.
- Is there a price difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- Yes, graded copies have a higher value; for example, a Grade 6.0 sells for $11 compared to the ungraded starting price.