Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: March 1940
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Gardner Fox
Penciller: Bernard Baily
Cover Artist: Bernard Baily
First Appearance: Hourman (Rex Tyler)
Adventure Comics (1938) #48 Value FAQ
How much is Adventure Comics (1938) #48 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $48,000.00; lower grades range from ~$4,800.00 (Good) to ~$33,600.00 (Very Fine).
Is Adventure Comics (1938) #48 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Hourman (Rex Tyler).
Who created Adventure Comics (1938) #48?
Adventure Comics (1938) #48 was written by Gardner Fox, pencilled by Bernard Baily, with a cover by Bernard Baily.
When was Adventure Comics (1938) #48 published?
DC Comics published it with a March 1940 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Adventure Comics (1938) #48 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $48,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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