Action Comics #493 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #493 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #493 (1979) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$7
Ungraded
3.1×
$22
Grade 6.0
3.3×
$23
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.3× raw.
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Action Comics #493 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #493 (1979) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #493?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #493 is currently available starting at $7.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #493 is listed for $23.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the ungraded version starts lower at $7 compared to the Grade 6.0 copy at $20.