Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) — Comic Book Value

Sub Mariner

What Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) value — Ungraded $408. Prices updated August 2026.

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Which version do you have?

For the cheapest way to own a Sub-Mariner #38 (1955), buy the Standard version for $11. The Standard version at $264 offers a significantly better piece, likely due to superior condition or specific desirable features not detailed. Collectors prioritizing ownership should opt for the $11 Standard, while those seeking a premium investment or display piece should pay the extra for the $264 Standard.

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Item details

Series
Sub Mariner
Publisher
Marvel
Issue
#38
Key issue
No
Release date
February 1, 1955

Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) comic value

An ungraded copy of Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) averages around $408. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.

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.

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What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today

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Ungraded$408eBay sold comps
Live asking — low / typical / high$4 / $16.96 / $28.9920 live eBay listings

Market check: As of August 1, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $4.00–$28.99 (median $16.96).

Frequently asked questions

What is the current resale value for an ungraded Sub-Mariner #38?
The ungraded Sub-Mariner #38 is currently valued at $264.
Is the Sub-Mariner #38 a rare find?
It is part of the Sub Mariner series, representing a classic piece from 1955.
What series does this watch belong to?
This watch belongs to the Sub Mariner series.

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