Showcase (1956) No. 17
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: November 1958
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Gardner Fox
Penciller: Mike Sekowsky
Cover Artist: Gil Kane
First Appearance: Adam Strange
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Showcase (1956) #17 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $8,000.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $5,600.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $2,400.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $1,200.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $800.00 |
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Showcase (1956) #17 Value FAQ
How much is Showcase (1956) #17 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $8,000.00; lower grades range from ~$800.00 (Good) to ~$5,600.00 (Very Fine).
Is Showcase (1956) #17 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Adam Strange.
Who created Showcase (1956) #17?
Showcase (1956) #17 was written by Gardner Fox, pencilled by Mike Sekowsky, with a cover by Gil Kane.
When was Showcase (1956) #17 published?
DC Comics published it with a November 1958 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Showcase (1956) #17 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $8,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.