Action Comics #581 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #581 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #581 (1986) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Action Comics #581 (1986), purchase the Newsstand version at $4. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant upgrade in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. If budget is the primary concern, buy the Newsstand. Only pay more if you require a specific condition or packaging not detailed here, as the current price difference is negligible.
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Action Comics #581 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #581 (1986) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #581?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #581 is currently available starting at $4.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A copy of Action Comics #581 graded at 8.0 is listed for $19.
- Is the ungraded condition the best value for this comic?
- While ungraded is the lowest price at $4, a Grade 6.0 offers a balance of value and condition at $11.