Action Comics #515 (1981) — Comic Book Value

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What Action Comics #515 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Action Comics #515 (1981) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $32. Prices updated August 2026.

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$6
Ungraded
3.2×
$19
Grade 6.0
5.3×
$32
Grade 8.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.

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Which version do you have?

If your goal is simply to own Action Comics #515 (1981), the Newsstand version at $9 is the cheapest entry point. The Standard version at $6 is even more affordable, offering a lower price for the same core item, though the difference in premium features is negligible here. For a basic acquisition, buy the Standard. If you prioritize absolute lowest cost, the Standard is the best bet.

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Action Comics #515 (1981) comic value

An ungraded copy of Action Comics #515 (1981) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $32.

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.

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Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today

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Grade 6.0$19eBay sold comps
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for this comic?
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #515 is available for approximately $6.
How much is a higher-grade copy worth?
A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #515 is valued at $31.
Is the condition of the comic the biggest factor in price?
Yes, the grade significantly impacts the price, moving from $6 ungraded to $31 for a Grade 8.0.

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