Brave and the Bold #28 (1960)
Landmark issue Brave and the Bold #28 (1960) published by DC Comics. Key significance: First appearance of Justice League of America (JLA).
Estimated Market Value
Live Market Benchmark$22.0K
Value Range: $1.8K (Low Raw) – $90.0K (CGC High-Grade)
Guide data reviewed July 2026. Estimates are informational and vary by edition, condition, and completed-sale timing. Read the valuation disclaimer.
🏛️ CGC Census & Population Rarity
Total Graded copies
1,204
CGC 9.8 Population
204
Price by Condition (CGC Grade Matrix)
| Condition | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P 1.0) | $1.8K |
| Good (G 2.0) | $4.4K |
| Fine (F 6.0) | $11.0K |
| Very Fine (VF 8.0) | $17.6K |
| Near Mint (NM 9.4) | $33.0K |
| Mint (M 9.9) | $90.0K |
* Values are weighted market estimates based on recent auction sales and CGC slab history.
Variant & Edition Multipliers
Direct Edition
Standard comic shop direct distribution.
Newsstand Edition
Barcoded newsstand rack edition with lower survival rate.
Recent Verified Sales Log
| Date | Grade | Marketplace | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | CGC 9.6 | eBay | $30.8K |
| 2026-04-05 | CGC 9.4 | Heritage Auctions | $24.2K |
Key Issue Specifications
- Series
- Brave and the Bold
- Issue
- #28
- Year
- 1960
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- Writer
- Gardner Fox
- Cover Artist
- Mike Sekowsky
Characters Featured
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Brave and the Bold #28 FAQ
How much is Brave and the Bold #28 worth?
Brave and the Bold #28 (1960) has an estimated average market value of $22.0K, ranging from $1.8K in low raw condition to $90.0K or higher in top CGC graded condition.
What is a high-grade CGC copy of Brave and the Bold #28 worth?
In Near Mint (9.4+) condition, Brave and the Bold #28 is valued at approximately $33.0K, with Mint (9.9/10.0) copies reaching up to $90.0K.
Why is Brave and the Bold #28 a key comic book?
Brave and the Bold #28 is a key issue because: First appearance of Justice League of America (JLA). Landmark issue Brave and the Bold #28 (1960) published by DC Comics. Key significance: First appearance of Justice League of America (JLA).