Action Comics #121 (1948) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #121 (1948) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #121 (1948) value — Ungraded $161 · Grade 6.0 $423 · Grade 8.0 $1,680. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Action Comics #587 Vol. 1 1987 DC Comics 8.0 Comic Book X121-163
Action Comics #1 Vol. 2 2011 DC Comics 1st App High Grade Comic Book Q16-121
Action Comics #3 Vol. 2 2012 DC Comics 8.0 Comic Book W136-121
Action Comics #606 Vol. 1 1988 DC Comics 8.0 Comic Book X121-156
marvel Super Action #22 NM Marvel Comic Books Avengers 28 HH121
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #121
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- June 1, 1948
Action Comics #121 (1948) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #121 (1948) averages around $161. A CGC 6.0 runs about $423, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1680.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $161 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $423 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,680 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.99 / $13.99 / $2,899 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 30, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.99–$2,898.86 (median $13.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #121?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #121 is currently listed with a value of $196.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #121 is valued at $1680, compared to the ungraded starting price.
- Is there a mid-range pricing option available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #121 is available for $424.