Detective Comics (1937) No. 17
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: July 1938
Cover Price: $0.10
Cover Artist: Creig Flessel
First Appearance: Fu Manchu
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Detective Comics (1937) #17 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $10,500.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $7,350.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $3,150.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $1,575.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $1,050.00 |
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Detective Comics (1937) #17 Value FAQ
How much is Detective Comics (1937) #17 worth?
As of September 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $10,500.00; lower grades range from ~$1,050.00 (Good) to ~$7,350.00 (Very Fine).
Is Detective Comics (1937) #17 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Fu Manchu.
Who created Detective Comics (1937) #17?
Detective Comics (1937) #17 was with a cover by Creig Flessel.
When was Detective Comics (1937) #17 published?
DC Comics published it with a July 1938 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Detective Comics (1937) #17 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $10,500.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.