Action Comics #495 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #495 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #495 (1979) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Action Comics #495 (1979), purchase the Standard version for $4. The Whitman version, priced at $2, offers no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Standard; it is simply a different grading tier. Collectors prioritizing budget should choose the Standard, while those seeking the slightly better presentation of the Whitman should pay the minimal extra cost.
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Action Comics #495 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #495 (1979) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #495 is currently valued at $7.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $26, which is significantly higher than the $7 ungraded price.
- Are there different price points available for this series?
- Yes, the market shows prices ranging from $7 (ungraded) to $26 (Grade 8.0) for this issue.