Playboy #1 (1954) — Comic Book Value
PlayboyWhat Playboy #1 (1954) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Playboy #1 (1954) value — Grade 6.0 $161. Prices updated September 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Best from Playboy Entertainment for Men Hefner Waldorf Publish 1954 HB A 260518eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab any of the $25-$70 Standard versions. The higher-priced Standard versions, like the $1410 listing, represent significant differences in condition or rarity, offering a collector a more pristine or scarce copy. Buyers prioritizing owning the item should opt for the lower-priced options, while serious investors should pay the premium for the top-tier Standard versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Playboy
- Publisher
- Playboy
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- December 1, 1954
Playboy #1 (1954) comic value
An ungraded copy of Playboy #1 (1954) averages around null. A CGC 6.0 runs about $161, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 6.0 | $161 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $22 / $299.99 / $2,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 29, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $22.00–$2,500.00 (median $299.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for this specific issue?
- This Playboy #1 (1954) is listed with a value of $161 based on its Grade 6.0 condition.
- Is the condition of this magazine suitable for display?
- The magazine is graded 6.0, indicating a specific level of wear that collectors should consider.
- What series does this Playboy issue belong to?
- This item is part of the Playboy series.