Action Comics #52 (1942) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #52 (1942) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #52 (1942) value — Ungraded $260 · Grade 6.0 $2,350 · Grade 8.0 $4,026. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 15.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, purchase the The New 52 version at $3. The Standard $260 version offers the original, highly desirable 1942 edition, while the $10 Standard version is a less premium alternative. Buyers seeking the historical significance and top-tier condition should pay the premium for the $260 Standard. Those prioritizing budget should stick with the $3 The New 52.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #52
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- September 1, 1942
Action Comics #52 (1942) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #52 (1942) averages around $260. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2350, and a CGC 8.0 commands $4026.
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 | $260 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $2,350 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $4,026 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #52?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #52 is currently valued at $260.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #52 is listed with a resale value of $4028.
- Is there a mid-range price point for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #52 is valued at $2350.