Superman #26 (1944) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #26 (1944) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #26 (1944) value — Ungraded $960 · Grade 6.0 $1,713 · Grade 8.0 $4,836. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.0× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own Superman #26, the Newsstand versions at $5 or $26 offer the cheapest entry. The higher-priced Standard ($960) or Newsstand ($26) versions represent superior condition or rarity. Collectors prioritizing investment should pay for the Standard, while budget-conscious buyers can acquire a usable copy via the $5 Newsstand option.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #26
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- January 1, 1944
Superman #26 (1944) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #26 (1944) averages around $960. A CGC 6.0 runs about $1713, and a CGC 8.0 commands $4836.
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 | $960 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $1,713 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $4,836 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.4 / $119.99 / $9,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.40–$9,500.00 (median $119.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #26 (1944)?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #26 (1944) is currently valued at $960.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this Superman issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #26 (1944) is listed with a value of $4836.
- Is there a significant price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the price difference is substantial, with an ungraded copy at $960 compared to a Grade 6.0 copy at $2679.