Detective Comics #849 (2008) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics #849 (2008) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics #849 (2008) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $8 · Grade 8.0 $12. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Detective Comics #849 (2008), select the Standard version at $3. The Newsstand version at $9 offers a slight advantage in presentation, likely relating to its original distribution or packaging. Collectors prioritizing absolute affordability should stick with the Standard. Those seeking the slightly more premium Newsstand version should be willing to pay the extra $6.
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Detective Comics #849 (2008) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics #849 (2008) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $8, and a CGC 8.0 commands $12.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price for an ungraded copy of Detective Comics #849?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #849 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #849 is currently priced at $12.
- What is the starting price for this issue?
- The lowest listed price point for this issue is $8 for a Grade 6.0 copy.