Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: May 1977
Cover Price: $0.30
Writer: Steve Englehart
Penciller: Walter Simonson
Cover Artist: Jim Aparo
First Appearance: Dr. Phosphorus
Detective Comics (1937) #469 FAQ
How much is Detective Comics (1937) #469 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $50.00; lower grades range from ~$5.00 (Good) to ~$35.00 (Very Fine).
Is Detective Comics (1937) #469 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Dr. Phosphorus.
Who created Detective Comics (1937) #469?
Detective Comics (1937) #469 was written by Steve Englehart, pencilled by Walter Simonson, with a cover by Jim Aparo.
When was Detective Comics (1937) #469 published?
DC Comics published it with a May 1977 cover date, originally priced at $0.30.
What is a high-grade copy of Detective Comics (1937) #469 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $50.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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