Action Comics #6 (1938) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #6 (1938) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #6 (1938) value — Ungraded $4,270 · Grade 6.0 $9,668 · Grade 8.0 $28,630. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.7× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want ownership, the Morales version at $2 is the cheapest option. The Standard $4270, Kubert Sketch $25, and Newsstand $6 versions offer significant value through condition or unique features, while the Combo-Pack at $3 is a low-cost entry point. Casual collectors should stick to the lowest-priced versions, whereas serious investors should target the Standard or Kubert Sketch for potential returns.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #6
- Key issue
- Yes
- Release date
- November 1, 1938
Action Comics #6 (1938) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #6 (1938) averages around $4270. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9668, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28630.
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 | $4,270 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9,668 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28,630 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $100 / $810 / $24,900 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $100.00–$24,900.00 (median $810.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Action Comics #6?
- An ungraded copy of Action Comics #6 is currently valued at $4,270.
- How much more valuable is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $28,624, significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- Is there a price difference between a 6.0 and an 8.0 grade?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 is priced at $9,678, while the Grade 8.0 is valued at $28,624.