Detective Comics #696 (1996) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #696 (1996) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #696 (1996) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $9 · 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?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The DC Universe ($42) and Standard ($3) versions offer different collecting experiences; DC Universe implies a premium edition or packaging, while Standard is the baseline. If you only want the card, save your money on Newsstand. If you seek a specific, higher-tier presentation, the DC Universe version is the investment.
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Detective Comics #696 (1996) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #696 (1996) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9, 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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #696?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #696 is currently available starting at $4.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this issue?
- A copy of Detective Comics #696 graded at 8.0 is listed for $15.
- Is this issue worth more if it is ungraded?
- Ungraded copies start at $4, while graded versions like 6.0 are priced at $10.