Playboy #3 (1954) — Comic Book Value
PlayboyWhat Playboy #3 (1954) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Playboy #3 (1954) value — Ungraded $377 · Grade 6.0 $477 · Grade 8.0 $662. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.8× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest entry, grab the Standard version for $7. If you seek more value, the $377 Standard offers a significantly better piece. The higher-priced versions likely reflect better condition or unique presentation, though this data doesn't specify. Casual collectors should aim for the lower tiers, while serious investors should target the $377 Standard for a solid acquisition.
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Item details
- Series
- Playboy
- Publisher
- Playboy
- Issue
- #3
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- February 1, 1954
Playboy #3 (1954) comic value
An ungraded copy of Playboy #3 (1954) averages around $377. A CGC 6.0 runs about $477, and a CGC 8.0 commands $662.
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 | $377 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $477 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $662 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $75 / $215 / $20,000 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 1, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $75.00–$20,000.00 (median $215.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded copy of Playboy #3 (1954)?
- An ungraded copy of Playboy #3 (1954) is valued at $377.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $661, which is significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- Can I find a Grade 6.0 copy of this issue?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Playboy #3 (1954) is available for $341.