Action Comics #542 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #542 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #542 (1983) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Action Comics #542, grab the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $4 is cheaper, but these versions primarily differ in distribution and minor presentation, not significant scarcity. If you just want the comic, buy the Standard. Pay up for a premium version only if the differences in edition or packaging offer you specific collecting goals beyond basic ownership.
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Action Comics #542 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #542 (1983) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #542?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #542 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #542 is listed at $23.
- What is the price point for a lower-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Action Comics #542 can be found for $14.