Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: October 1948
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Bob Kane
First Appearance: Vicki Vale, Mad Hatter
Batman (1940) #49 Value FAQ
How much is Batman (1940) #49 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $4,200.00; lower grades range from ~$420.00 (Good) to ~$2,940.00 (Very Fine).
Is Batman (1940) #49 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Vicki Vale, Mad Hatter.
Who created Batman (1940) #49?
Batman (1940) #49 was written by Bob Kane.
When was Batman (1940) #49 published?
DC Comics published it with a October 1948 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Batman (1940) #49 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $4,200.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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