Detective Comics [Newsstand] #517 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics [Newsstand] #517 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics [Newsstand] #517 (1982) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $35. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Detective Comics #517 (1982), purchase the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $7 is marginally cheaper, but both versions here offer no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity; they are essentially the same comic. Buyers prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should choose the Standard version.
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Detective Comics [Newsstand] #517 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics [Newsstand] #517 (1982) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $35.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $35 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #517 is currently valued around $7.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $28, significantly more than the $7 ungraded price.
- Is there a specific price listed for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Detective Comics #517 is listed with a resale value of $17.