Four Color Comics (1942) No. 178
Publisher: Dell
Cover Date: December 1947
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Carl Barks
Penciller: Carl Barks
Cover Artist: Dan Gormley
First Appearance: Uncle Scrooge (Scrooge McDuck)
Four Color Comics (1942) #178 FAQ
How much is Four Color Comics (1942) #178 worth?
As of November 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $3,500.00; lower grades range from ~$350.00 (Good) to ~$2,450.00 (Very Fine).
Is Four Color Comics (1942) #178 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Uncle Scrooge (Scrooge McDuck).
Who created Four Color Comics (1942) #178?
Four Color Comics (1942) #178 was written by Carl Barks, pencilled by Carl Barks, with a cover by Dan Gormley.
When was Four Color Comics (1942) #178 published?
Dell published it with a December 1947 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Four Color Comics (1942) #178 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $3,500.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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