Detective Comics #778 (2003) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #778 (2003) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #778 (2003) value — Ungraded $4 · 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 3.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Detective Comics #778, purchase the Newsstand version for $20. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Collectors prioritizing mere ownership should opt for the Standard version to save money. Those seeking the specific Newsstand print should pay the $20 premium.
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Detective Comics #778 (2003) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #778 (2003) averages around $4. 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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for Detective Comics #778?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #778 starts at an accessible price point for buyers.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #778 is valued at $13.
- Is the condition of Detective Comics #778 the biggest factor in its price?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts value; for example, a Grade 6.0 sells for $8 compared to the higher-graded version.