Batman #16 (1943) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman #16 (1943) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman #16 (1943) value — Ungraded $854 · Grade 6.0 $4,901 · Grade 8.0 $12,638. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 14.8× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Sale or Garner versions around $3-$4. The higher-priced versions like the Standard ($854) or Capullo Sketch ($15) offer significant value through condition, rarity, or unique artistic inclusions. Buyers prioritizing investment should pay for the Standard or Newsstand versions, while those seeking a quick, inexpensive piece should stick to the lowest-priced options available.
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Item details
- Series
- Batman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #16
- Key issue
- Yes
- Release date
- April 1, 1943
Batman #16 (1943) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman #16 (1943) averages around $854. A CGC 6.0 runs about $4901, and a CGC 8.0 commands $12638.
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 | $854 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $4,901 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $12,638 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2 / $1,799 / $25,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.00–$25,500.00 (median $1,799.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Batman comic?
- The ungraded version of Batman #16 is currently valued at $854.
- How much more is the high-grade version worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued significantly higher at $12,669 compared to the ungraded price.
- Is the comic worth buying even if it's ungraded?
- Yes, it can be acquired for $854 ungraded, though higher grades offer substantial investment potential.