Action Comics #16 (1939) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #16 (1939) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #16 (1939) value — Ungraded $1,830 · Grade 6.0 $9,604 · Grade 8.0 $11,525. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Ferry version for $3. The Standard ($1832) and Newsstand ($16) versions represent significant differences in condition and demand, while the Combo-Pack ($1) offers minimal value. Buyers seeking investment potential should target the Standard, whereas those wanting a quick, inexpensive piece of history should opt for the Ferry.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #16
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- September 1, 1939
Action Comics #16 (1939) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #16 (1939) averages around $1830. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9604, and a CGC 8.0 commands $11525.
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 | $1,830 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9,604 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $11,525 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4 / $74.99 / $1,402 | 9 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 9 live eBay listings ask $4.00–$1,402.46 (median $74.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price range for Action Comics #16?
- The price ranges from $1,843 for ungraded copies up to $11,712 for a Grade 8.0.
- How much is a Grade 6.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #16 is currently valued at $9,760.
- Is the ungraded version still a good investment?
- Yes, the ungraded version is available for $1,843, offering a lower entry point into this classic series.