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Smash Comics (1939) No. 14

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of The Ray (Langford 'Happy' Terrill)

Issue Details

Smash Comics (1939) No. 14 cover

Publisher: Quality Comics

Cover Date: September 1940

Cover Price: $0.10

Writer: Will Eisner

Penciller: Lou Fine

Cover Artist: Gill Fox

First Appearance: The Ray (Langford 'Happy' Terrill)

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Smash Comics (1939) #14 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$4,700.00
8.0Very Fine$3,290.00
6.0Fine$1,410.00
4.0Very Good$705.00
2.0Good$470.00

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Smash Comics (1939) #14 Value FAQ

How much is Smash Comics (1939) #14 worth?

As of September 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $4,700.00; lower grades range from ~$470.00 (Good) to ~$3,290.00 (Very Fine).

Is Smash Comics (1939) #14 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of The Ray (Langford 'Happy' Terrill).

Who created Smash Comics (1939) #14?

Smash Comics (1939) #14 was written by Will Eisner, pencilled by Lou Fine, with a cover by Gill Fox.

When was Smash Comics (1939) #14 published?

Quality Comics published it with a September 1940 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.

What is a high-grade copy of Smash Comics (1939) #14 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $4,700.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.