Black Cat #1 (1946) — Comic Book Value
Black CatWhat Black Cat #1 (1946) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Black Cat #1 (1946) value — Ungraded $250 · Grade 6.0 $780 · Grade 8.0 $810. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.2× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the SDCC Blank at $62. Premium versions like Campbell D ($926) or Campbell B ($526) offer higher perceived value through specific editioning and packaging. If you prioritize investment or display, pay more for the higher-tier Campbell versions. If budget is key, the Standard version at $250 offers a solid entry point.
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Item details
- Series
- Black Cat
- Publisher
- Harvey
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- June 1, 1946
Black Cat #1 (1946) comic value
An ungraded copy of Black Cat #1 (1946) averages around $250. A CGC 6.0 runs about $780, and a CGC 8.0 commands $810.
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 | $250 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $780 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $810 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value of Black Cat #1 (1946)?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $317, and a Grade 8.0 copy sells for $810.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $810, compared to the ungraded price of $317.
- Is the value difference between grades significant?
- Yes, the difference is substantial, with a Grade 8.0 fetching $810 versus $317 ungraded.