Blue Beetle #51 (1947) — Comic Book Value
Blue BeetleWhat Blue Beetle #51 (1947) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Blue Beetle #51 (1947) value — Ungraded $168 · Grade 6.0 $602 · Grade 8.0 $1,320. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.9× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Blue Beetle 52 1965 Charlton Comics 1st Appearance Magno Man Steve Ditko Art
Blue Beetle #50 CGC 9.6 1st issue Formely Unusual Tales 1965 Single Highest Copy
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Blue Beetle #51 (1947), grab the Standard version for $9. The $166 Standard version offers no tangible difference in the comic itself, suggesting the higher price reflects condition or packaging scarcity. Buyers prioritizing mere ownership should choose the $9 option, while those seeking a display-grade piece or collector's investment should pay the premium for the higher-priced Standard copy.
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Item details
- Series
- Blue Beetle
- Publisher
- Fox
- Issue
- #51
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- December 1, 1947
Blue Beetle #51 (1947) comic value
An ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #51 (1947) averages around $168. A CGC 6.0 runs about $602, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1320.
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 | $168 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $602 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,320 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $10 / $75 / $895 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 28, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $10.00–$895.00 (median $75.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value range for Blue Beetle #51?
- The ungraded copy is valued around $176, while a Grade 8.0 copy sells for $1320.
- How much is a Grade 6.0 copy of this issue?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Blue Beetle #51 is currently valued at $606.
- Is this issue a good investment?
- Yes, the wide price difference between ungraded and high-grade copies suggests strong potential for collectors.