Detective Comics #686 (1995) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #686 (1995) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #686 (1995) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $8 · Grade 8.0 $14. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Detective Comics #686 (1995), purchase the Standard version for $3. The DC Universe ($17) and Newsstand ($10) versions offer premium aspects, likely superior condition or specific packaging, which drives their higher prices. Budget-conscious collectors should stick to the Standard. Those seeking a more display-worthy piece or a specific collectible edition should invest in the Newsstand or DC Universe versions.
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Detective Comics #686 (1995) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #686 (1995) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $8, and a CGC 8.0 commands $14.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #686 starts at $9.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $14, which is $5 more than the ungraded price.
- What series is this comic from?
- This comic is from the Detective Comics series.