Action Comics #505 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #505 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #505 (1980) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $28. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Action Comics #505, buy the Standard version for $5. The Whitman version, priced at $1, offers no significant premium in this case; the difference is purely in the grade designation. Collectors prioritizing the lowest cost should purchase the Whitman, while those seeking the recognized standard version should opt for the Standard.
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Action Comics #505 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #505 (1980) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28.
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 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #505?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #505 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #505 is listed for $26.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- You can find a Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #505 for $16.