Playboy #5 (1954) — Comic Book Value
PlayboyWhat Playboy #5 (1954) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Playboy #5 (1954) value — Ungraded $157 · Grade 6.0 $112 · Grade 8.0 $516. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
The Best From Playboy 1954 1st Ed. Hardcover By Hefner Collector’s Book & Jacket
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Standard version at $15. The higher-priced Standard versions ($96, $157, $25) likely reflect differences in condition, specific print runs, or packaging, offering better aesthetic quality or perceived scarcity. Buyers prioritizing owning the item cheaply should stick to the $15 option, while those seeking a superior collectible experience should invest in the higher-tier Standard versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Playboy
- Publisher
- Playboy
- Issue
- #5
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- April 1, 1954
Playboy #5 (1954) comic value
An ungraded copy of Playboy #5 (1954) averages around $157. A CGC 6.0 runs about $112, and a CGC 8.0 commands $516.
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 | $157 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $112 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $516 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $22 / $345 / $2,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 31, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $22.00–$2,500.00 (median $345.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical price range for this magazine?
- Ungraded copies are listed around $157, while a higher-graded copy (8.0) sells for $516.
- Is the Grade 6.0 worth buying?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is available for $112, offering a solid entry point into this collectible.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to ungraded?
- The Grade 8.0 sells for $516, significantly more than the $157 price point for ungraded copies.