Action Comics #518 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #518 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #518 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $22. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Action Comics #518 (1981), purchase the Newsstand version for $7. The Standard version at $4 is cheaper, but the Newsstand likely implies a specific distribution or condition that the Standard lacks. Buyers prioritizing budget should take the Standard, while those seeking the specific Newsstand presentation should pay the slightly higher $7.
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Action Comics #518 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #518 (1981) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $22.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #518 starts at a resale value of $3.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #518 is currently listed with a value of $20.
- What is the price point for a mid-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #518 is valued at $12 in the resale market.