Superman #12 (1941) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #12 (1941) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #12 (1941) value — Ungraded $495 · Grade 6.0 $2,323 · Grade 8.0 $3,779. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own it cheaply, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The premium versions like Standard ($493) or Bermejo ($6) offer superior condition or specific print runs. Collectors prioritizing investment or high display quality should pay for the Standard or Newsstand at higher prices. Casual buyers looking for a low-cost entry point should stick to the $4 or $5 versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #12
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- September 1, 1941
Superman #12 (1941) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #12 (1941) averages around $495. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2323, and a CGC 8.0 commands $3779.
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 | $495 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $2,323 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $3,779 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $16.95 / $1,040 / $2,489 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 19, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $16.95–$2,488.62 (median $1,040.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Superman #12?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #12 (1941) is currently valued at $418.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $3779, significantly higher than the $418 ungraded price.
- What is the listed price for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Superman #12 is listed with a value of $1525.