Incredible Hulk #1 (May 1962), the first appearance of the Hulk, sells for about $19,000 in CGC 4.0 and over $90,000 in 8.0, based on 2025–2026 sales. A CGC 9.2 brought $732,000 at Heritage in March 2026, and the record is $780,000 for another 9.2 in 2025.
Below you'll find prices by grade, recent sales, how to tell an original from a reprint, and what to do if you have a copy. We buy comic books in Chicago and the suburbs and see Silver Age Marvel keys every week. If you'd rather sell comic books than research them, we can make you an offer.
Incredible Hulk #1 Value by Grade (2026)
Prices are for CGC-graded copies with a blue (Universal) label. Restored copies (purple label) are common for this book and sell for much less.
| CGC grade | Typical 2026 price | Most recent verified sale |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 (Poor) | $4,000+ | $4,270 · Landry's · Mar 2026 |
| 4.0 (Very Good) | $18,000–20,000 | $18,910 · Heritage · Aug 2026 |
| 5.0 (VG/Fine) | $19,000–25,000 | $19,200 · Heritage · 2025 |
| 5.5 (Fine-) | $30,000 | $30,000 · Heritage · 2025 |
| 7.5 (VF-) | $78,000 | $78,000 · Heritage · 2025 |
| 8.0 (Very Fine) | $90,000+ | $91,500 · Heritage · Jul 2026 |
| 8.5 (VF+) | $180,000 | $180,000 · Heritage · Sep 2025 |
| 9.2 (NM-) | $730,000–780,000 | $732,000 · Heritage · Mar 16, 2026 |
The record is $780,000 for a CGC 9.2 at Heritage in 2025. Very few unrestored copies grade above 8.0.
Recent Incredible Hulk #1 Sales (2025–2026)
| Date | Grade | Venue | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | CGC 4.0 | Heritage Auctions | $18,910 |
| Jul 2026 | CGC 8.0 | Heritage Auctions | $91,500 |
| Mar 16, 2026 | CGC 9.2 | Heritage Auctions | $732,000 |
| Mar 2026 | CGC 0.5 (piece missing) | Landry's | $4,270 |
| Sep 2025 | CGC 8.5 | Heritage Auctions | $180,000 |
| 2025 | CGC 9.2 | Heritage Auctions | $780,000 |
Even a CGC 0.5 copy with a piece missing brought over $4,000, which shows how strong demand is at every grade.
Why Incredible Hulk #1 Is So Valuable
Incredible Hulk #1 was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby and introduced Bruce Banner, who turns into the Hulk after a gamma bomb test, along with Rick Jones, Betty Ross and General "Thunderbolt" Ross. In this first issue the Hulk is grey, and he turned green from #2. The issue cost 12 cents.
The original series lasted only six issues, so fewer copies were saved than for Marvel's longer-running titles. That scarcity, plus the Hulk's later fame in TV and film, makes #1 one of the most valuable Silver Age Marvel books. For later key issues, see our Incredible Hulk price guide.
How to Spot an Incredible Hulk #1 Reprint
- Cover price. The original says 12¢. A copy priced in pence is a genuine UK edition.
- Edition labels. The Marvel Milestone Edition and modern facsimile editions say so on the cover or in the indicia.
- Paper. Originals are on off-white to tan newsprint, not bright white paper.
- Restoration. Many copies have color touch or added pieces. CGC marks these with a purple label, and they sell for a fraction of unrestored copies.
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What Affects the Value of Your Copy
Restoration matters as much as grade here: an unrestored copy is worth several times a restored one in the same grade. Completeness also counts, since a missing piece pulls even a rare copy down to the lowest grade. Learn more in how condition affects comic book value, raw vs graded comics and CGC vs CBCS, or see our comic book grading guide.
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Incredible Hulk #1 FAQ
How much is Incredible Hulk #1 worth?
In 2025–2026 a CGC-graded Incredible Hulk #1 sold for about $19,000 in 4.0, $30,000 in 5.5, $90,000 in 8.0 and $180,000 in 8.5. CGC 9.2 copies sold for $732,000 and $780,000.
Why is the Hulk grey in Incredible Hulk #1?
The Hulk was grey in his first appearance. Marvel changed him to green in issue #2, reportedly because the grey ink printed unevenly.
What is the record sale for Incredible Hulk #1?
The record is $780,000 for a CGC 9.2 copy sold at Heritage Auctions in 2025.
How can I tell if my Incredible Hulk #1 is an original?
An original has a 12¢ cover price, the grey Hulk on the cover and off-white to tan newsprint. Milestone and facsimile editions say so on the cover or inside. Comic Buying Center will check your copy for free.
