Detective Comics [Newsstand] #500 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics [Newsstand] #500 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics [Newsstand] #500 (1981) value — Ungraded $10 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, purchase the Newsstand version at $6. The Standard version at $10 offers a slight premium, likely related to better condition or packaging, though scarcity is minimal here. Casual collectors wanting the basic item should buy the Newsstand. Those prioritizing a slightly better presentation or condition should spend the extra $4 for the Standard copy.
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Detective Comics [Newsstand] #500 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics [Newsstand] #500 (1981) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #500?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #500 starts at $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy valued at?
- A copy of Detective Comics #500 graded at 8.0 is valued at $29.
- Is there a significant price difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- Yes, the value increases notably, with a Grade 6.0 selling for $17 compared to the ungraded price of $6.