Blue Beetle #1 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Blue BeetleWhat Blue Beetle #1 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Blue Beetle #1 (1986) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $39 · Grade 8.0 $47. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.7× 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 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #1 (1986) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $39, and a CGC 8.0 commands $47.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $39 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $47 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Blue Beetle #1?
- The ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #1 starts at an accessible price point for collectors.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy?
- A higher-grade copy, specifically a Grade 8.0, is currently listed for $47.
- Is the ungraded version worth buying?
- The ungraded version is available, providing a lower entry price point for this Blue Beetle series issue.