Daring Mystery Comics (1940) No. 2
Issue Details
Publisher: Timely Comics
Cover Date: February 1940
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: William Harr
Penciller: Maurice Gutwirth
Cover Artist: Alex Schomburg - 'Xela'
First Appearance: Zephyr Jones, Phantom Bullet (Allan Lewis), Trojak The Tiger Man, Laughing Mask, The Sky Devils
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Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $15,000.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $10,500.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $4,500.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $2,250.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $1,500.00 |
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Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 Value FAQ
How much is Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $15,000.00; lower grades range from ~$1,500.00 (Good) to ~$10,500.00 (Very Fine).
Is Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Zephyr Jones, Phantom Bullet (Allan Lewis), Trojak The Tiger Man, Laughing Mask, The Sky Devils.
Who created Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2?
Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 was written by William Harr, pencilled by Maurice Gutwirth, with a cover by Alex Schomburg - 'Xela'.
When was Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 published?
Timely Comics published it with a February 1940 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Daring Mystery Comics (1940) #2 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $15,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.