Action Comics #281 (1961) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #281 (1961) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #281 (1961) value — Ungraded $22 · Grade 6.0 $90 · Grade 8.0 $198. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$22
Ungraded
4.1×
$90
Grade 6.0
9.0×
$198
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.0× raw.
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Action Comics #281 (1961) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #281 (1961) averages around $22. A CGC 6.0 runs about $90, and a CGC 8.0 commands $198.
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 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $90 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $198 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #281?
- The ungraded copy of Action Comics #281 is currently available for $14.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #281 is priced at $198.
- Is there a mid-range option for this issue?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #281 is listed for $66.