Detective Comics #638 (1991) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #638 (1991) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #638 (1991) value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 6.0 $9 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Detective Comics #638 (1991), choose the Newsstand version at $3. The Standard version also costs $3, so there is no premium upgrade in edition or packaging here. Since both versions are priced identically at $3, buyers should simply choose based on preference or condition, as there is no financial incentive to pay more for the Standard over the Newsstand.
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Detective Comics #638 (1991) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #638 (1991) averages around $2. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #638?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #638 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 6.0 copy of this comic?
- A copy of Detective Comics #638 graded at 6.0 is listed for $10.
- Where can I find the highest graded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #638 can be found for $20.