Zap-Kapow Comics Club

The 5 Most Valuable Doctor Strange Comics

Doctor Strange first appeared in Strange Tales in 1963, and that debut is by far his most valuable comic. His value is concentrated in that single Silver Age key. Below are the most valuable Doctor Strange comics, ranked by current raw Near Mint (9.4) value and refreshed automatically from live market data.

Because the Sorcerer Supreme shared Strange Tales before headlining his own series, this guide includes his first appearance from that title alongside his solo runs.

#ComicKey / First AppearanceNM Value
1Strange Tales (1951) #110Dr. Strange (Stephen Strange), The Ancient One (Yao), Nightmare (Edvard Haberdash), Wizard (Bentley Wittman), Wong$17,000
2Doctor Strange (1974) #1Silver Dagger (Isaiah Curwen)$160
3Doctor Strange (1988) #46Necromancer$40
4Doctor Strange (1988) #6Mephista$20
5Doctor Strange (1988) #87Astrid Mordo$15

Values are raw Near Mint (9.4) estimates from live market data and change over time. Look up any comic's value.

The most valuable Doctor Strange keys

Strange Tales #110 (1963) leads by a wide margin — the first appearance of Doctor Strange, the Ancient One, and Wong. It’s a scarce, high-value Silver Age key and the definitive Doctor Strange comic to own.

From his own titles, the most valuable issues — led by Doctor Strange #1 (1974) — round out the list, though they sit far below his first appearance.

Why Doctor Strange value is concentrated

Doctor Strange’s collectible value is anchored almost entirely by his first appearance in Strange Tales #110. His solo series launched in higher-print eras and are mostly common, so a value-ranked list leads with his debut and drops off sharply after it.

Condition matters most for Strange Tales #110. Raw Near Mint (9.4) is the benchmark shown here; high-grade professionally graded (CGC) copies command large premiums.

How these values are calculated

The figures here are raw Near Mint (9.4) values derived from recent sales and refreshed automatically — not a fixed annual guide. Click any issue for its full condition-by-grade breakdown, graded (CGC) values, and price history. Values are estimates and the market moves, so treat them as a current snapshot rather than a formal appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most valuable Doctor Strange comic?

As of August 2026, Strange Tales (1951) #110 (first appearance of Dr. Strange (Stephen Strange), The Ancient One (Yao), Nightmare (Edvard Haberdash), Wizard (Bentley Wittman), Wong) is the most valuable, with a raw Near Mint value around $17,000.

What is the most valuable Doctor Strange comic?

Strange Tales #110 (1963) is the most valuable — the first appearance of Doctor Strange. His origin ran in Strange Tales before he got his own title.

Which comic is Doctor Strange’s first appearance?

Strange Tales #110 (1963) is the first appearance of Doctor Strange, along with the Ancient One and Wong.

Are Doctor Strange’s solo comics valuable?

Most are modestly priced. His solo series launched in higher-print eras, so his real value lives in his first appearance in Strange Tales #110.

Are graded (CGC) Doctor Strange comics worth more than raw copies?

For Strange Tales #110, yes — high-grade CGC copies command large premiums. His common solo issues show a smaller graded premium. Click any issue for its graded pricing.

How often do these values update?

Automatically, from live market data — so this list reflects the current market, not a static annual guide.