Superman #23 (1988) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #23 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #23 (1988) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want a copy, the Newsstand versions at $4 or $5 are the cheapest. Premium versions like the Standard at $569 or Johnson Virgin at $17 offer significant differences in condition or scarcity. Buyers seeking investment value should pay for the Standard or Johnson Virgin. Casual collectors prioritizing budget should opt for the Newsstand or lower-priced Standard editions.
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Superman #23 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #23 (1988) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #23 (1988)?
- Ungraded copies of Superman #23 are currently listed starting at $4.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Superman issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #23 sells for $18, and a Grade 6.0 is available for $11.
- Is this comic worth buying if I'm just starting my collection?
- Yes, with ungraded copies available for $4, it is an affordable way to start collecting the Superman series.