🔑 First appearance of Superman
Action Comics #1 (1938)
The most famous comic book in existence — the first appearance of Superman. A CGC 9.0 copy sold for $3.25 million, making it the highest-selling periodical of any kind in history.
Estimated Market Value
$2.5M
Range: $150.0K – $6.0M depending on condition
Price by Condition (CGC Grade)
| Condition | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P 1.0) | $150.0K |
| Good (G 2.0) | $300.0K |
| Fine (F 6.0) | $900.0K |
| Very Fine (VF 8.0) | $2.8M |
| Near Mint (NM 9.4) | $5.0M |
| Mint (M 9.9) | $6.0M |
* Values are estimates based on recent sales data. Actual prices vary.
Key Facts
- Series
- Action Comics
- Issue
- #1
- Year
- 1938
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- Writer
- Jerry Siegel
- Cover Artist
- Joe Shuster
Characters
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