Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: September 1986
Cover Price: $1.50
Writer: Alan Moore
Penciller: Dave Gibbons
Cover Artist: Dave Gibbons
First Appearance: Watchmen, Rorschach, Silk Spectre, Dr. Manhattan, Nite Owl, Ozymandius
Watchmen (1986) #1 FAQ
How much is Watchmen (1986) #1 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $40.00; lower grades range from ~$4.00 (Good) to ~$28.00 (Very Fine).
Is Watchmen (1986) #1 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Watchmen, Rorschach, Silk Spectre, Dr. Manhattan, Nite Owl, Ozymandius.
Who created Watchmen (1986) #1?
Watchmen (1986) #1 was written by Alan Moore, pencilled by Dave Gibbons, with a cover by Dave Gibbons.
When was Watchmen (1986) #1 published?
DC Comics published it with a September 1986 cover date, originally priced at $1.50.
What is a high-grade copy of Watchmen (1986) #1 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $40.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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