Donald Duck #1 (1938) — Comic Book Value
Donald DuckWhat Donald Duck #1 (1938) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Donald Duck #1 (1938) value — Ungraded $411 · Grade 6.0 $36. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 1.0× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Donald Duck #1 (1938), grab the Blank version for $23. The Standard versions, priced around $411, $16, and $7, represent different conditions or printings; the higher-priced Standard offers better quality or rarity. Buyers prioritizing collection completeness should pay for the Standard, while budget-conscious collectors can settle for the Blank.
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Item details
- Series
- Donald Duck
- Publisher
- Western
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- January 1, 1938
Donald Duck #1 (1938) comic value
An ungraded copy of Donald Duck #1 (1938) averages around $411. A CGC 6.0 runs about $36, 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 | $411 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $36 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4.41 / $114.99 / $6,995 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 31, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $4.41–$6,995.00 (median $114.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between the ungraded and graded copy?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $411, whereas the Grade 6.0 version is listed for $36.
- Is this Donald Duck #1 a good investment?
- With an ungraded value of $411, this series item shows significant potential for collectors.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This specific issue belongs to the Donald Duck series.