Blue Beetle #1 (1977) — Comic Book Value
Blue BeetleWhat Blue Beetle #1 (1977) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Blue Beetle #1 (1977) value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 6.0 $85 · Grade 8.0 $93. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.2× raw.
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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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Blue Beetle #1 (1977) comic value
An ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #1 (1977) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about $85, and a CGC 8.0 commands $93.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $85 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $93 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Blue Beetle #1 (1977) starts at $16.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Blue Beetle #1 is currently valued at $101.
- Is there a mid-range price point available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Blue Beetle #1 can be found for $85.