Batman #51 (1949) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman #51 (1949) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman #51 (1949) value — Ungraded $176 · Grade 6.0 $600 · Grade 8.0 $3,490. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 19.8× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Batman 51 1949 cgc 4.0 OW Pages! Early Penguin Appearance! 4447888007
1970-1980s Batman & Green Lantern DC Coverless Comics Lot Of 20.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version at $14. The higher-priced options like Silver Foil ($24) or Romita ($9) offer variations in printing or condition, not necessarily significant scarcity in this set. If you want the definitive piece, aim for the Standard at $260. Casual collectors should stick to the cheaper options, while serious investors should budget for the premium Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Batman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #51
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- February 1, 1949
Batman #51 (1949) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman #51 (1949) averages around $176. A CGC 6.0 runs about $600, and a CGC 8.0 commands $3490.
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 | $176 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $600 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $3,490 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $3.99 / $435 / $2,299 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 10, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.99–$2,299.00 (median $435.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Batman #51?
- An ungraded copy of Batman #51 is currently valued around $266.
- How much more valuable is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $3490, significantly higher than the ungraded price of $266.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A copy graded at 6.0 is listed with a value of $600.