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Batman (1940) No. 139

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Bat-Girl (Betty Kane)

Issue Details

Batman (1940) No. 139 cover

Publisher: DC Comics

Cover Date: April 1961

Cover Price: $0.10

Writer: Bill Finger

Penciller: Sheldon Moldoff

Cover Artist: Sheldon Moldoff

First Appearance: Bat-Girl (Betty Kane)

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Batman (1940) #139 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$1,000.00
8.0Very Fine$700.00
6.0Fine$300.00
4.0Very Good$150.00
2.0Good$100.00

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Batman (1940) #139 Value FAQ

How much is Batman (1940) #139 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $1,000.00; lower grades range from ~$100.00 (Good) to ~$700.00 (Very Fine).

Is Batman (1940) #139 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Bat-Girl (Betty Kane).

Who created Batman (1940) #139?

Batman (1940) #139 was written by Bill Finger, pencilled by Sheldon Moldoff, with a cover by Sheldon Moldoff.

When was Batman (1940) #139 published?

DC Comics published it with a April 1961 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.

What is a high-grade copy of Batman (1940) #139 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $1,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.