Archie #12 (1945) — Comic Book Value
ArchieWhat Archie #12 (1945) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Archie #12 (1945) value — Ungraded $161 · Grade 8.0 $1,920. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 11.9× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard version for $2. The Evely and Sauvage versions offer minor variations, but the Standard at $161 represents the true collectible value. If you just want a cheap piece of history, the $2 Standard is fine. However, serious collectors looking for the recognized item should pay for the Standard at $161, as the other versions offer negligible premium.
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Item details
- Series
- Archie
- Publisher
- Archie
- Issue
- #12
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- January 1, 1945
Archie #12 (1945) comic value
An ungraded copy of Archie #12 (1945) averages around $161. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1920.
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 | $161 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,920 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $161, whereas the Grade 8.0 version is priced significantly higher at $1920.
- Is Archie #12 a good investment?
- Yes, the significant price jump between the ungraded and graded versions suggests strong collector interest and potential investment value.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This comic is part of the Archie series.