Blue Beetle #52 (1948) — Comic Book Value
Blue BeetleWhat Blue Beetle #52 (1948) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Blue Beetle #52 (1948) value — Ungraded $228 · Grade 6.0 $448. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 2.0× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Blue Beetle #52 (1965 Series) VGFN Dan Garrett 1st Magno Man 1st Renee De Bois
Blue Beetle #54 Classic Good Girl Cover SOTI Golden Age Fox Comic 1948 CGC 7.0
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Blue Beetle #52 (1948), purchase the Standard version for $9. The Standard version at $228 likely represents a different, more desirable condition or packaging, offering a superior collectible experience. Collectors prioritizing owning the item cheaply should choose the $9 Standard, while those seeking the best representation of the comic should invest in the $228 Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Blue Beetle
- Publisher
- Fox
- Issue
- #52
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- January 1, 1948
Blue Beetle #52 (1948) comic value
An ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #52 (1948) averages around $228. A CGC 6.0 runs about $448, 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 | $228 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $448 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4.28 / $345 / $20,000 | 15 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 14, 2026, 15 live eBay listings ask $4.28–$20,000.00 (median $345.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #52?
- An ungraded copy of Blue Beetle #52 (1948) is currently valued around $228.
- How much more is a graded copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is valued at $448, which is significantly higher than the $228 price point for ungraded versions.
- Is Blue Beetle #52 a good investment piece?
- Yes, with prices ranging from $228 (ungraded) to $448 (Grade 6.0), it shows consistent collector interest.