Action Comics #221 (1956) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #221 (1956) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #221 (1956) value — Ungraded $45 · Grade 6.0 $192 · Grade 8.0 $444. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$45
Ungraded
4.3×
$192
Grade 6.0
9.9×
$444
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.9× raw.
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Action Comics #221 (1956) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #221 (1956) averages around $45. A CGC 6.0 runs about $192, and a CGC 8.0 commands $444.
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 | $45 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $192 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $444 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #221?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #221 is currently listed starting at $49.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #221 is valued at $444.
- Is there a difference between the ungraded and graded prices?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with grading; a Grade 6.0 copy is listed at $192.