Detective Comics (1937) No. 27
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: May 1939
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Bill Finger
Penciller: Bob Kane
Cover Artist: Bob Kane
First Appearance: Batman (Bruce Wayne), Commissioner Gordon (James Gordon)
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Detective Comics (1937) #27 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $2,200,000.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $1,540,000.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $660,000.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $330,000.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $220,000.00 |
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Detective Comics (1937) #27 Value FAQ
How much is Detective Comics (1937) #27 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $2,200,000.00; lower grades range from ~$220,000.00 (Good) to ~$1,540,000.00 (Very Fine).
Is Detective Comics (1937) #27 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Batman (Bruce Wayne), Commissioner Gordon (James Gordon).
Who created Detective Comics (1937) #27?
Detective Comics (1937) #27 was written by Bill Finger, pencilled by Bob Kane, with a cover by Bob Kane.
When was Detective Comics (1937) #27 published?
DC Comics published it with a May 1939 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Detective Comics (1937) #27 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $2,200,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.