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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) No. 281 (Cover A)

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Sherlock

Issue Details

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) No. 281 cover

Publisher: IDW Publishing

Cover Date: May 2021

Cover Price: $3.99

Writer: Larry Hama

Penciller: Andrew Lee Griffith

Cover Artist: Andrew Lee Griffith

First Appearance: Sherlock

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$15.00
8.0Very Fine$10.50
6.0Fine$4.50
4.0Very Good$2.25
2.0Good$1.50

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) Value FAQ

How much is G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $15.00; lower grades range from ~$1.50 (Good) to ~$10.50 (Very Fine).

Is G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) a key issue?

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

Who created G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A)?

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) was written by Larry Hama, pencilled by Andrew Lee Griffith, with a cover by Andrew Lee Griffith.

When was G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) published?

IDW Publishing published it with a May 2021 cover date, originally priced at $3.99.

What is a high-grade copy of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (2010) #281 (Cover A) worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $15.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.