Batman #97 (1956) — Comic Book Value
BatmanWhat Batman #97 (1956) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Batman #97 (1956) value — Ungraded $136 · Grade 6.0 $915 · Grade 8.0 $2,400. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 17.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Batman #97 Joker Story 2nd App. Bat-Hound Golden Age Vintage DC Comic 1956
Batman #97 Joker Story 2nd App. Bat-Hound Golden Age Vintage DC Comic 1956 READ
Batman 97 CGC 3.5 2nd Appearance Ace Bat-hound Key Joker Rare DC 1956
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Batman #97, grab the Standard version for $2. The Jimenez Variant and Jimenez versions offer slight variations, while the Mattina version is also very inexpensive. Paying more for the Standard version at $164 is for a condition or specific printing not detailed here. Buyers focused on budget should stick to the $2 options, while those seeking a specific collectible nuance might consider the slightly pricier Jimenez variants.
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Item details
- Series
- Batman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #97
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- February 1, 1956
Batman #97 (1956) comic value
An ungraded copy of Batman #97 (1956) averages around $136. A CGC 6.0 runs about $915, and a CGC 8.0 commands $2400.
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 | $136 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $915 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $2,400 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $99.99 / $270 / $1,100 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of September 3, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $99.99–$1,100.00 (median $270.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Batman #97?
- An ungraded copy of Batman #97 (1956) is listed starting at $250.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Batman comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Batman #97 sells for $2400, demonstrating high collector demand.
- Is there a price difference between a Grade 6.0 and an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $688, which is higher than the starting ungraded price of $250.