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Batman (1940) No. 171

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Riddler (Edward Nigma) in the Silver Age

Issue Details

Batman (1940) No. 171 cover

Publisher: DC Comics

Cover Date: May 1965

Cover Price: $0.12

Writer: Gardner Fox

Penciller: Sheldon Moldoff

Cover Artist: Carmine Infantino

First Appearance: Riddler (Edward Nigma) in the Silver Age

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Batman (1940) #171 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$2,800.00
8.0Very Fine$1,960.00
6.0Fine$840.00
4.0Very Good$420.00
2.0Good$280.00

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Batman (1940) #171 Value FAQ

How much is Batman (1940) #171 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $2,800.00; lower grades range from ~$280.00 (Good) to ~$1,960.00 (Very Fine).

Is Batman (1940) #171 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Riddler (Edward Nigma) in the Silver Age.

Who created Batman (1940) #171?

Batman (1940) #171 was written by Gardner Fox, pencilled by Sheldon Moldoff, with a cover by Carmine Infantino.

When was Batman (1940) #171 published?

DC Comics published it with a May 1965 cover date, originally priced at $0.12.

What is a high-grade copy of Batman (1940) #171 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $2,800.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.