Blue Beetle #1 (1940) — Comic Book Value
Blue BeetleWhat Blue Beetle #1 (1940) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Blue Beetle #1 (1940) value — Ungraded $788 · Grade 6.0 $3,815. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If simply owning a Blue Beetle #1 is the goal, the Newsstand or 2nd Print at $10 is the cheapest entry. Premium versions like the Gutierrez Virgin Foil ($15) or Tao Virgin ($23) offer higher perceived scarcity or specific print variations. Buyers prioritizing investment or top-tier condition should consider the Standard $788. Casual collectors should stick to the lower-priced options to save money.
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Item details
- Series
- Blue Beetle
- Publisher
- Fox
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- Yes
- Release date
- January 1, 1940
Blue Beetle #1 (1940) comic value
An ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #1 (1940) averages around $788. A CGC 6.0 runs about $3815, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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 | $788 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $3,815 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1.49 / $12.97 / $1,114 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $1.49–$1,113.73 (median $12.97).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference in value between the ungraded and graded copy?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $788, whereas the Grade 6.0 copy is valued significantly higher at $3824.
- Is Blue Beetle #1 (1940) a good investment?
- The market shows a substantial difference in price based on condition, suggesting value appreciation with higher grades.
- Where can I find the current market price for this series?
- You can view the current pricing for Blue Beetle #1 (1940) on our marketplace, ranging from $788 to $3824.