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Crime Patrol (1948) No. 15

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Crypt Keeper

Issue Details

Crime Patrol (1948) No. 15 cover

Publisher: EC Comics

Cover Date: December 1950

Cover Price: $0.10

Writer: Bill Gaines

Penciller: Al Feldstein

Cover Artist: Johnny Craig

First Appearance: Crypt Keeper

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Crime Patrol (1948) #15 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$6,500.00
8.0Very Fine$4,550.00
6.0Fine$1,950.00
4.0Very Good$975.00
2.0Good$650.00

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Crime Patrol (1948) #15 Value FAQ

How much is Crime Patrol (1948) #15 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $6,500.00; lower grades range from ~$650.00 (Good) to ~$4,550.00 (Very Fine).

Is Crime Patrol (1948) #15 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Crypt Keeper.

Who created Crime Patrol (1948) #15?

Crime Patrol (1948) #15 was written by Bill Gaines, pencilled by Al Feldstein, with a cover by Johnny Craig.

When was Crime Patrol (1948) #15 published?

EC Comics published it with a December 1950 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.

What is a high-grade copy of Crime Patrol (1948) #15 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $6,500.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.