Action Comics #556 (1984) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #556 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #556 (1984) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Action Comics #556 (1984), purchase the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $3 is actually cheaper, but the Newsstand designation implies a specific, possibly less pristine, distribution method. If you simply want the comic, buy the Standard. Pay up for the Newsstand only if you specifically seek that distribution type, otherwise, save your money with the Standard.
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Action Comics #556 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #556 (1984) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #556 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #556 is listed with a value of $19.
- Is the condition important for the resale price?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts value; a Grade 6.0 is priced at $11 compared to the ungraded option.