Batman (1940) No. 1
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: Spring 1940
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Bill Finger
Penciller: Bob Kane
Cover Artist: Bob Kane
First Appearance: Joker, Selina Kyle (Catwoman)
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Batman (1940) #1 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $2,100,000.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $1,470,000.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $630,000.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $315,000.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $210,000.00 |
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Batman (1940) #1 Value FAQ
How much is Batman (1940) #1 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $2,100,000.00; lower grades range from ~$210,000.00 (Good) to ~$1,470,000.00 (Very Fine).
Is Batman (1940) #1 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Joker, Selina Kyle (Catwoman).
Who created Batman (1940) #1?
Batman (1940) #1 was written by Bill Finger, pencilled by Bob Kane, with a cover by Bob Kane.
When was Batman (1940) #1 published?
DC Comics published it with a Spring 1940 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Batman (1940) #1 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $2,100,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.