Action Comics #494 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #494 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #494 (1979) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $27. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$4
Ungraded
3.8×
$15
Grade 6.0
6.8×
$27
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.8× raw.
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Action Comics #494 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #494 (1979) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $27.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #494?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #494 is currently listed starting at $6.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $27, which is $21 more than the starting ungraded price of $6.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #494 can be found for $18.