Superman #16 (1988) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #16 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #16 (1988) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Superman #16 (1942), the cheapest options are the Subic ($6) or Cho ($6) versions. The premium Villalobos Virgin Foil ($15) offers a significant collectible upgrade, likely due to superior printing or rarity compared to the standard $5 or $6 copies. Buyers prioritizing investment should pay for the foil, while budget-conscious collectors should stick to the lowest-priced Standard or Newsstand versions.
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Superman #16 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #16 (1988) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Superman issue?
- The ungraded version of Superman #16 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $13.
- How much more is the better-graded copy?
- The Grade 8.0 copy sells for $20, which is $7 more than the Grade 6.0 version.
- Is this comic worth buying even if it's ungraded?
- It is available ungraded, but buyers seeking guaranteed condition should consider the Grade 6.0 at $13.