Detective Comics [Newsstand] #508 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics [Newsstand] #508 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics [Newsstand] #508 (1981) value — Ungraded $8. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Detective Comics #508 (1981), purchase the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $6 offers no tangible advantage in edition or packaging over the Newsstand copy. Buyers prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should choose the Standard version. Those willing to spend slightly more for the Newsstand version gain no collectible benefit over the Standard.
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Detective Comics [Newsstand] #508 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics [Newsstand] #508 (1981) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $8 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for this ungraded comic?
- The current ungraded value for Detective Comics #508 is listed at $8.
- Is the ungraded condition a major factor in its worth?
- Yes, the ungraded status directly influences its resale value, which is currently $8.
- Is Detective Comics #508 a rare find?
- It is a specific issue from the Detective Comics series, and its value is based on its ungraded condition.