Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) — Comic Book Value
Sub MarinerWhat Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sub-Mariner #38 (1955) value — Ungraded $413. Prices updated September 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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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 $413. 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.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $413 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4 / $16.96 / $28.99 | 20 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.