Action Comics #47 (1942) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #47 (1942) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #47 (1942) value — Ungraded $236 · Grade 6.0 $1,797 · Grade 8.0 $4,251. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 18.0× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Action Comics #47, the Standard version at $6 is the cheapest route. The Standard version at $231 represents a significant premium, likely due to superior condition or specific collector desirability, not just a minor difference. Buyers prioritizing ownership should opt for the $6 copy, while those seeking investment value or a pristine example should be prepared to pay the higher price for the $231 Standard version.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #47
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- April 1, 1942
Action Comics #47 (1942) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #47 (1942) averages around $236. A CGC 6.0 runs about $1797, and a CGC 8.0 commands $4251.
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 | $236 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $1,797 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $4,251 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $0.99 / $251.56 / $2,195 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 13, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $0.99–$2,195.00 (median $251.56).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #47 is currently listed at $207.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #47 is valued at $4239.
- Is there a mid-range option available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #47 is available for $1797.