Detective Comics [Newsstand] #515 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics [Newsstand] #515 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics [Newsstand] #515 (1982) value — Ungraded $10 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Detective Comics #515 (1982) for the least amount of money, buy the Newsstand version for $10. The Standard version at $5 is actually cheaper, so that is the absolute cheapest route. However, the Newsstand version typically implies a specific distribution or packaging that the Standard version lacks, offering a slight collectible distinction. Save your money unless you specifically desire the Newsstand presentation.
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Detective Comics [Newsstand] #515 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics [Newsstand] #515 (1982) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between the ungraded and graded version?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $8, whereas the Grade 8.0 version is priced at $20.
- Is Detective Comics #515 a rare find?
- The facts provided show its current market values are $8 (ungraded) or $20 (Grade 8.0).
- What series does this comic belong to?
- This comic is part of the Detective Comics series.