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Suspense Comics (1943) No. 1

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Grey Mask

Issue Details

Suspense Comics (1943) No. 1 cover

Publisher: Continental Magazines

Cover Date: December 1943

Cover Price: $0.10

Writer: Zac Gabel

Penciller: Leonard B. Cole

Cover Artist: Charles Quinlan

First Appearance: Grey Mask

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Suspense Comics (1943) #1 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$6,500.00
8.0Very Fine$4,550.00
6.0Fine$1,950.00
4.0Very Good$975.00
2.0Good$650.00

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Suspense Comics (1943) #1 Value FAQ

How much is Suspense Comics (1943) #1 worth?

As of September 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $6,500.00; lower grades range from ~$650.00 (Good) to ~$4,550.00 (Very Fine).

Is Suspense Comics (1943) #1 a key issue?

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

Who created Suspense Comics (1943) #1?

Suspense Comics (1943) #1 was written by Zac Gabel, pencilled by Leonard B. Cole, with a cover by Charles Quinlan.

When was Suspense Comics (1943) #1 published?

Continental Magazines published it with a December 1943 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.

What is a high-grade copy of Suspense Comics (1943) #1 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $6,500.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.