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Key Comics · Nov 9, 2026

Edited by Culture Fiend · rising-price edition · Published

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Culture Fiend Top 10 Keys

10 books

Collector keys with verified positive weekly gains and trading activity. Up to ten qualifying books.

  1. #1 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    DC / 1940

    Batman #181

    Jun 1966

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$188.88CGC 1.5 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +30.5%

    Was $235.91 → Now $307.84

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Batman #181
    Publisher
    DC / 1940
    Release
    Jun 1966
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Poison Ivy’s debut is an established Batman character key.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Jun 1966
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $307.84
    Weekly movement
    +30.5%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $235.91 on Oct 31, 2026

  2. #2 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1984

    Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #8

    Dec 1984

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$158.25CGC 6.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +11.9%

    Was $201.00 → Now $225.00

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #8
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1984
    Release
    Dec 1984
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The black costume’s origin connects this issue to Spider-Man’s symbiote history.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Dec 1984
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $225.00
    Weekly movement
    +11.9%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $201.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  3. #3 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1963

    X-Men #101

    Oct 1976

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$309.00CGC 4.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +15.1%

    Was $275.00 → Now $316.46

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    X-Men #101
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1963
    Release
    Oct 1976
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The Phoenix identity makes this an enduring Jean Grey and X-Men collecting target.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Oct 1976
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $316.46
    Weekly movement
    +15.1%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $275.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  4. #4 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1961

    Fantastic Four #48

    Mar 1966

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$700.00CGC 4.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +13.5%

    Was $528.75 → Now $600.00

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Fantastic Four #48
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1961
    Release
    Mar 1966
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The Silver Surfer’s debut and Galactus’ arrival make this a major Fantastic Four milestone.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Mar 1966
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $600.00
    Weekly movement
    +13.5%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $528.75 on Oct 31, 2026

  5. #5 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    DC / 1940

    Batman #251

    Sep 1973

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$650.00CGC 6.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +18.8%

    Was $283.64 → Now $337.03

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Batman #251
    Publisher
    DC / 1940
    Release
    Sep 1973
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Neal Adams’ Joker cover remains a recognizable Batman collecting landmark.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Sep 1973
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $337.03
    Weekly movement
    +18.8%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $283.64 on Oct 31, 2026

  6. #6 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1963

    Amazing Spider-Man #300

    May 1988

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$410.00CGC 9.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +7%

    Was $370.00 → Now $395.93

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days -0.7%

    Was $725.00 → Now $720.00

    Verified sold-price medians · CGC 9.4 · 3 vs 3 soldCompared Sep 15, 2026 with Nov 4, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Amazing Spider-Man #300
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1963
    Release
    May 1988
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Venom’s first full appearance anchors this Todd McFarlane-era Spider-Man key.

    Culture Fiend take Collect the original 1988 issue for its character history and cover, while checking restoration and exact printing. A guide estimate cannot price every raw copy.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    May 1988
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $395.93
    Weekly movement
    +7%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $370.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  7. #7 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Image / 2003

    The Walking Dead #1

    Oct 2003

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$850.00CBCS 8.5 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +20.5%

    Was $975.00 → Now $1,175.00

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    The Walking Dead #1
    Publisher
    Image / 2003
    Release
    Oct 2003
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The original Walking Dead launch anchors a major independent horror series.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Oct 2003
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $1,175.00
    Weekly movement
    +20.5%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $975.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  8. #8 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1963

    Amazing Spider-Man #129

    Feb 1974

    View full detailsHide details

    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$1,800.00CGC 7.5 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +3.6%

    Was $1,100.00 → Now $1,139.17

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 30, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Amazing Spider-Man #129
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1963
    Release
    Feb 1974
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The Punisher’s debut connects Spider-Man collectors and character collectors.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Feb 1974
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $1,139.17
    Weekly movement
    +3.6%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $1,100.00 on Oct 30, 2026

  9. #9 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1968

    The Incredible Hulk #181

    Nov 1974

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$2,850.00CGC 6.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +2.4%

    Was $1,899.88 → Now $1,944.88

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    The Incredible Hulk #181
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1968
    Release
    Nov 1974
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Wolverine’s first full appearance is a major Bronze Age Marvel milestone.

    Culture Fiend take Completeness matters here: check the Marvel Value Stamp, page count and restoration before comparing prices. A cheaper incomplete copy is not equivalent to a complete book.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Nov 1974
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $1,944.88
    Weekly movement
    +2.4%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $1,899.88 on Oct 31, 2026

  10. #10 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    DC / 1992

    Batman Adventures #12

    Sep 1993

    View full detailsHide details

    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$750.00CGC 9.6 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +2%

    Was $340.00 → Now $346.77

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Batman Adventures #12
    Publisher
    DC / 1992
    Release
    Sep 1993
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Harley Quinn’s comic-book debut makes this an enduring Batman Adventures key.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Sep 1993
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $346.77
    Weekly movement
    +2%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $340.00 on Oct 31, 2026

Culture Fiend Top 20 Key Comics

10 books

Popular back issues with verified positive weekly price movement. Up to twenty qualifying books.

  1. #1 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1984

    Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #8

    Dec 1984

    View full detailsHide details

    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$158.25CGC 6.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +11.9%

    Was $201.00 → Now $225.00

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #8
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1984
    Release
    Dec 1984
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The black costume’s origin connects this issue to Spider-Man’s symbiote history.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Dec 1984
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $225.00
    Weekly movement
    +11.9%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $201.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  2. #2 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    DC / 1940

    Batman #181

    Jun 1966

    View full detailsHide details

    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$188.88CGC 1.5 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +30.5%

    Was $235.91 → Now $307.84

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Batman #181
    Publisher
    DC / 1940
    Release
    Jun 1966
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

    Current GoCollect values are viewed on the linked guide. No GoCollect price feed is connected to this page.

    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Poison Ivy’s debut is an established Batman character key.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Jun 1966
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $307.84
    Weekly movement
    +30.5%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $235.91 on Oct 31, 2026

  3. #3 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1963

    X-Men #101

    Oct 1976

    View full detailsHide details

    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$309.00CGC 4.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +15.1%

    Was $275.00 → Now $316.46

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    X-Men #101
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1963
    Release
    Oct 1976
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The Phoenix identity makes this an enduring Jean Grey and X-Men collecting target.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Oct 1976
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $316.46
    Weekly movement
    +15.1%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $275.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  4. #4 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1961

    Fantastic Four #48

    Mar 1966

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$700.00CGC 4.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +13.5%

    Was $528.75 → Now $600.00

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Fantastic Four #48
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1961
    Release
    Mar 1966
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The Silver Surfer’s debut and Galactus’ arrival make this a major Fantastic Four milestone.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Mar 1966
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $600.00
    Weekly movement
    +13.5%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $528.75 on Oct 31, 2026

  5. #5 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1963

    Amazing Spider-Man #300

    May 1988

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$410.00CGC 9.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +7%

    Was $370.00 → Now $395.93

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days -0.7%

    Was $725.00 → Now $720.00

    Verified sold-price medians · CGC 9.4 · 3 vs 3 soldCompared Sep 15, 2026 with Nov 4, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Amazing Spider-Man #300
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1963
    Release
    May 1988
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Venom’s first full appearance anchors this Todd McFarlane-era Spider-Man key.

    Culture Fiend take Collect the original 1988 issue for its character history and cover, while checking restoration and exact printing. A guide estimate cannot price every raw copy.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    May 1988
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $395.93
    Weekly movement
    +7%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $370.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  6. #6 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1963

    Amazing Spider-Man #129

    Feb 1974

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$1,800.00CGC 7.5 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +3.6%

    Was $1,100.00 → Now $1,139.17

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 30, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Amazing Spider-Man #129
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1963
    Release
    Feb 1974
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The Punisher’s debut connects Spider-Man collectors and character collectors.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Feb 1974
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $1,139.17
    Weekly movement
    +3.6%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $1,100.00 on Oct 30, 2026

  7. #7 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Marvel / 1968

    The Incredible Hulk #181

    Nov 1974

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$2,850.00CGC 6.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +2.4%

    Was $1,899.88 → Now $1,944.88

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    The Incredible Hulk #181
    Publisher
    Marvel / 1968
    Release
    Nov 1974
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Wolverine’s first full appearance is a major Bronze Age Marvel milestone.

    Culture Fiend take Completeness matters here: check the Marvel Value Stamp, page count and restoration before comparing prices. A cheaper incomplete copy is not equivalent to a complete book.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Nov 1974
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $1,944.88
    Weekly movement
    +2.4%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $1,899.88 on Oct 31, 2026

  8. #8 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    DC / 1940

    Batman #251

    Sep 1973

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$650.00CGC 6.0 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +18.8%

    Was $283.64 → Now $337.03

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Batman #251
    Publisher
    DC / 1940
    Release
    Sep 1973
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Neal Adams’ Joker cover remains a recognizable Batman collecting landmark.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Sep 1973
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $337.03
    Weekly movement
    +18.8%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $283.64 on Oct 31, 2026

  9. #9 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    Image / 2003

    The Walking Dead #1

    Oct 2003

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$850.00CBCS 8.5 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +20.5%

    Was $975.00 → Now $1,175.00

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    The Walking Dead #1
    Publisher
    Image / 2003
    Release
    Oct 2003
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
    Market details & where to buy

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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters The original Walking Dead launch anchors a major independent horror series.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Oct 2003
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $1,175.00
    Weekly movement
    +20.5%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $975.00 on Oct 31, 2026

  10. #10 · CULTURE FIEND / COLLECTOR DESK

    DC / 1992

    Batman Adventures #12

    Sep 1993

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    Original standard edition · First printing

    ◆ COMPLETED SALE$750.00CGC 9.6 · · Sale source ↗
    ↗ 7-DAY MARKET MOVEMENTBuilding historyRequires comparable sold-price cohorts, not listing prices
    7 / 30 / 60 / 90 day price history
    7 days +2%

    Was $340.00 → Now $346.77

    Dated guide observations · UngradedCompared Oct 31, 2026 with Nov 6, 2026Check price evidence ↗
    30 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    60 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    90 days No verified comparison

    Not enough same-edition, same-grade sales or dated guide observations.

    Sold-price percentages compare medians from separate groups of at least three completed sales. Guide history uses matching, dated source estimates. Neither asking prices nor guesses are counted; market prices vary by grade and condition.

    Key facts

    Issue
    Batman Adventures #12
    Publisher
    DC / 1992
    Release
    Sep 1993
    Edition
    Original standard edition · First printing
    GoCollect guide · one pricing sourceGoCollect price guide ↗View values by grade. GoCollect values are displayed on its linked guide; some grades require a subscription. Completed sales can be supplied independently by CompsAPI and SoldComps. Figures appear here only when exact-issue and grade evidence is verified.
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    Key details & Culture Fiend take

    Why it matters Harley Quinn’s comic-book debut makes this an enduring Batman Adventures key.

    Culture Fiend take This is an established back-issue selection rather than a current-week release. Check the exact edition, completeness, restoration and grade before buying; an ungraded guide estimate combines copies in different conditions.

    Issue details & market data
    Publication month
    Sep 1993
    Cover price
    Not available
    Chart-week observation
    $346.77
    Weekly movement
    +2%

    Source estimate · Raw · mixed conditions · Ungraded · PriceCharting sales-based guide · PriceCharting · · Archived observation

    Comparison: $340.00 on Oct 31, 2026

Weekly Key Comics

This Culture Fiend rising-price edition is dated 2026-11-09. The Top 10 begins with Batman #181, Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #8, X-Men #101. Every included book is an established back issue with reported trading activity and a verified positive change between comparable price-guide observations 5–9 days apart. A new release or a high price alone cannot qualify.

The broader Top 20 starts with Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #8, Batman #181, X-Men #101. Top 10 ordering weights weekly percentage gain 50%, guide-reported trading frequency 30%, and historical significance 20%. Top 20 weights trading frequency 60% and weekly percentage gain 40%. Only qualifying gainers appear, so either list may contain fewer books than its stated maximum. Rankings cover our disclosed monitored pool, not every comic on the market.

Prices are attributed PriceCharting estimates for ungraded copies in mixed conditions, not live seller quotes. Weekly changes compare the same issue, source, currency, condition, grade, venue and estimate basis. A source’s change-since-last-update figure is not treated as a weekly gain. Chart dates and original comparisons remain archived; the purchase panel can show a newer dated estimate. Follow the price guide and seller searches to compare the exact printing, completeness, restoration and grade.

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