Superman #161 (1963) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #161 (1963) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #161 (1963) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $69 · Grade 8.0 $83. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If simply owning Superman #161 is the goal, the Newsstand version at $9 is the cheapest entry point. The 2nd Printing at $11 offers a slight premium, while the Standard versions at $10 and $4 represent different market tiers. Buyers seeking a more desirable or slightly less common copy should consider the 2nd Printing. Those on a tight budget should stick to the Newsstand or the lower-priced Standard copy.
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Superman #161 (1963) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #161 (1963) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $69, and a CGC 8.0 commands $83.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $69 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $83 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Superman #161?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #161 is currently listed starting at $18.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this Superman issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #161 is priced at $83.
- Is there a significant price jump between ungraded and graded copies?
- Yes, the price increases substantially, moving from $18 for ungraded to $69 for a Grade 6.0.