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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) No. 1

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Cobra Commander, Baroness (Anastasia DeCobray), Hawk (Clayton M. Abernathy), Scarlet (Shanna M. O'Hara), Snake-Eyes, Grunt, Breaker, Rock 'N Roll, General Flagg, Stalker, Zap, Short-Fuze

Issue Details

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) No. 1 cover

Publisher: Marvel

Cover Date: June 1982

Cover Price: $1.50

Writer: Larry Hama

Penciller: Herb Trimpe

Cover Artist: Herb Trimpe

First Appearance: Cobra Commander, Baroness (Anastasia DeCobray), Hawk (Clayton M. Abernathy), Scarlet (Shanna M. O'Hara), Snake-Eyes, Grunt, Breaker, Rock 'N Roll, General Flagg, Stalker, Zap, Short-Fuze

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$350.00
8.0Very Fine$245.00
6.0Fine$105.00
4.0Very Good$52.50
2.0Good$35.00

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 Value FAQ

How much is G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $350.00; lower grades range from ~$35.00 (Good) to ~$245.00 (Very Fine).

Is G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Cobra Commander, Baroness (Anastasia DeCobray), Hawk (Clayton M. Abernathy), Scarlet (Shanna M. O'Hara), Snake-Eyes, Grunt, Breaker, Rock 'N Roll, General Flagg, Stalker, Zap, Short-Fuze.

Who created G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1?

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 was written by Larry Hama, pencilled by Herb Trimpe, with a cover by Herb Trimpe.

When was G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 published?

Marvel published it with a June 1982 cover date, originally priced at $1.50.

What is a high-grade copy of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1982) #1 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $350.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.