Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: May 1957
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: John Broome
Penciller: Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist: Joe Giella
First Appearance: Captain Cold (Leonard Snart)
Showcase (1956) #8 Value FAQ
How much is Showcase (1956) #8 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $20,000.00; lower grades range from ~$2,000.00 (Good) to ~$14,000.00 (Very Fine).
Is Showcase (1956) #8 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Captain Cold (Leonard Snart).
Who created Showcase (1956) #8?
Showcase (1956) #8 was written by John Broome, pencilled by Carmine Infantino, with a cover by Joe Giella.
When was Showcase (1956) #8 published?
DC Comics published it with a May 1957 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Showcase (1956) #8 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $20,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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