# Black Cat #9 (1948) — resale value

**Black Cat #9 (1948)** is worth about **$178** ungraded, based on real closed eBay sales. Sealed or new examples sell for around **$476.39**.

## Value by tier

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Ungraded | $178 |
| Grade 6.0 | $400 |
| Grade 8.0 | $476 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-08-01. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

Recent movement: Rising · +102%.

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Series | Black Cat |
| Publisher | Harvey |
| Issue | #9 |
| Key issue | No |
| Release date | January 1, 1948 |

## Black Cat #9 (1948) comic value

An ungraded copy of **Black Cat #9 (1948)** averages around $178. A CGC 6.0 runs about $400, and a CGC 8.0 commands $476.

### 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.

## FAQ

**What is the starting price for an ungraded Black Cat #9?**

The ungraded version of Black Cat #9 (1948) is currently valued around $160.

**How much is a high-grade copy of this comic worth?**

A Grade 8.0 copy of Black Cat #9 sells for $476, while a Grade 6.0 is valued at $400.

**Is the value of Black Cat #9 dependent on its grade?**

Yes, the price significantly increases with condition; for example, a Grade 8.0 is worth more than an ungraded copy.

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