Action Comics [Newsstand] #538 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics [Newsstand] #538 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics [Newsstand] #538 (1982) value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 6.0 $9 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Action Comics #538, choose the Newsstand version at $2. The Standard version at $4 offers slightly better condition or packaging, though the difference is minimal here. Buyers prioritizing budget should stick to the Newsstand. Those willing to spend the extra $2 for the Standard version are paying for a marginally better collectible presentation.
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Action Comics [Newsstand] #538 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics [Newsstand] #538 (1982) averages around $2. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #538 is currently listed with a starting price of $8.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A copy of Action Comics #538 graded at 8.0 is valued at $21.
- Is the value significantly different between grades?
- Yes, the value increases notably from the ungraded price to the Grade 8.0 price of $21.