Archie #1 (1942) — Comic Book Value
ArchieWhat Archie #1 (1942) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Archie #1 (1942) value — Ungraded $5,101. Prices updated August 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own an Archie #1, the Foreman version at $9 is the cheapest entry point. Premium versions like the Standard at $5101 or Four Color Grails at $34 offer significant differences in condition or rarity, though the value jump is immense. If budget is the primary concern, stick to the lowest-priced options. Serious collectors seeking top-tier specimens should budget for the Standard, while casual buyers can find value in the less expensive variants.
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Item details
- Series
- Archie
- Publisher
- Archie
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- Yes
- Release date
- November 1, 1942
Archie #1 (1942) comic value
An ungraded copy of Archie #1 (1942) averages around $5101. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5,101 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $36 / $499.99 / $55,001 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $36.00–$55,001.00 (median $499.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated value of an ungraded Archie #1 (1942)?
- Ungraded copies of Archie #1 (1942) are currently valued at $5101.
- Is Archie #1 (1942) a valuable comic to own?
- Yes, as a key issue in the Archie series, its ungraded value of $5101 confirms its high collectible worth.
- What series does Archie #1 (1942) belong to?
- Archie #1 (1942) belongs to the Archie series.