Jumbo Comics #1 (1938) — Comic Book Value
Jumbo ComicsWhat Jumbo Comics #1 (1938) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Jumbo Comics #1 (1938) value — Ungraded $2,484. Prices updated August 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own Jumbo Comics #1 (1938), purchase the Standard version for $3. The $2484 Standard version represents a significant premium, likely due to superior condition, grading, or specialized packaging, indicating higher scarcity. Buyers prioritizing investment or top-tier collection completeness should pay the premium, while budget-conscious collectors should opt for the inexpensive Standard copy.
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Item details
- Series
- Jumbo Comics
- Publisher
- Fiction House
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- Yes
- Release date
- September 1, 1938
Jumbo Comics #1 (1938) comic value
An ungraded copy of Jumbo Comics #1 (1938) averages around $2484. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, 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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $2,484 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $16.68 / $218.49 / $1,950 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $16.68–$1,950.00 (median $218.49).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of this ungraded Jumbo Comics #1?
- The current ungraded market value for Jumbo Comics #1 is listed at $2484.
- Is Jumbo Comics #1 a rare item?
- As a vintage comic from 1938, Jumbo Comics #1 is considered a rare piece within the series.
- What condition is the comic being sold in?
- The comic is being offered in ungraded condition.