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Batman (1940) No. 181

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Poison Ivy (Pamela Isley)

Issue Details

Batman (1940) No. 181 cover

Publisher: DC Comics

Cover Date: June 1966

Cover Price: $0.12

Writer: Gardner Fox

Penciller: Bob Kane

Cover Artist: Murphy Anderson

First Appearance: Poison Ivy (Pamela Isley)

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Batman (1940) #181 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$5,400.00
8.0Very Fine$3,780.00
6.0Fine$1,620.00
4.0Very Good$810.00
2.0Good$540.00

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Batman (1940) #181 Value FAQ

How much is Batman (1940) #181 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $5,400.00; lower grades range from ~$540.00 (Good) to ~$3,780.00 (Very Fine).

Is Batman (1940) #181 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Poison Ivy (Pamela Isley).

Who created Batman (1940) #181?

Batman (1940) #181 was written by Gardner Fox, pencilled by Bob Kane, with a cover by Murphy Anderson.

When was Batman (1940) #181 published?

DC Comics published it with a June 1966 cover date, originally priced at $0.12.

What is a high-grade copy of Batman (1940) #181 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $5,400.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.