Pep Comics (1940) No. 1
Issue Details
Publisher: Archie Comics
Cover Date: January 1940
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: William Harr
Penciller: Phil Sturm
Cover Artist: Irving "Irv" Novick
First Appearance: The Shield, The Comet
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Pep Comics (1940) #1 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $17,000.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $11,900.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $5,100.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $2,550.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $1,700.00 |
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Pep Comics (1940) #1 Value FAQ
How much is Pep Comics (1940) #1 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $17,000.00; lower grades range from ~$1,700.00 (Good) to ~$11,900.00 (Very Fine).
Is Pep Comics (1940) #1 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of The Shield, The Comet.
Who created Pep Comics (1940) #1?
Pep Comics (1940) #1 was written by William Harr, pencilled by Phil Sturm, with a cover by Irving "Irv" Novick.
When was Pep Comics (1940) #1 published?
Archie Comics published it with a January 1940 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Pep Comics (1940) #1 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $17,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.