Action Comics #502 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #502 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #502 (1979) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own an Action Comics #502 (1979), the Standard version at $6 is the cheapest route. The Whitman version at $5 is slightly less expensive but offers a minor distinction in condition or printing, though the difference is minimal here. Buyers prioritizing the lowest cost should take the Standard. Those willing to spend a little more for the Whitman version are paying for that slight upgrade in presentation.
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Action Comics #502 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #502 (1979) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #502 is listed starting at $9.
- How much is a high-grade copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #502 can be found for $30.
- What is the price difference between ungraded and graded?
- The price increases significantly with condition, moving from $9 ungraded to $30 for a Grade 8.0.