Detective Comics [Newsstand] #526 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Detective ComicsWhat Detective Comics [Newsstand] #526 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Detective Comics [Newsstand] #526 (1983) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $23 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Detective Comics #526 (1983), buy the Newsstand version for $9. The Standard version at $11 offers a slightly better condition or perhaps a more complete presentation, though the price difference is minimal. If budget is the primary concern, the Newsstand is the clear choice. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest entry point should opt for the Newsstand, while those willing to spend the extra two dollars for the Standard version are paying for a marginal upgrade in presentation.
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Detective Comics [Newsstand] #526 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Detective Comics [Newsstand] #526 (1983) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $23, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Detective Comics #526?
- The ungraded version of Detective Comics #526 is currently listed starting at $7.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this issue worth?
- A copy of Detective Comics #526 graded at 8.0 is priced at $23.
- Is there a significant price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases from the ungraded value of $7 to $23 for a Grade 8.0 copy.