Action Comics #46 (1942) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #46 (1942) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #46 (1942) value — Ungraded $561 · Grade 6.0 $1,231 · Grade 8.0 $1,320. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the item, buy the Standard version for $3. The $561 Standard and $10 Looney Tunes versions represent significant value due to their condition and rarity, not just the basic comic. Collectors seeking investment potential should pay the premium for the higher-graded Standard or the unique Looney Tunes edition. Casual buyers should stick to the cheapest $3 option.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #46
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- March 1, 1942
Action Comics #46 (1942) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #46 (1942) averages around $561. A CGC 6.0 runs about $1231, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1320.
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 | $561 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $1,231 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,320 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $3.99 / $800 / $4,800 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 19, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.99–$4,800.00 (median $800.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Action Comics #46?
- An ungraded copy of Action Comics #46 is currently valued starting at $561.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $1320, which is significantly higher than the ungraded starting price of $561.
- Is there a price difference between Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 is listed at $1234, while the Grade 8.0 is valued at $1320.