Superman [2nd Printing] #161 (1987) — Comic Book Value

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What Superman [2nd Printing] #161 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Superman [2nd Printing] #161 (1987) value — Ungraded $11. Prices updated July 2026.

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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 [2nd Printing] #161 (1987) comic value

An ungraded copy of Superman [2nd Printing] #161 (1987) averages around $11. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the current estimated resale value for this ungraded Superman issue?
The ungraded Superman [2nd Printing] #161 (1987) is currently valued at $18.
Is the 2nd printing of Superman #161 considered rare?
While it is a 2nd printing, it is a classic issue within the Superman series.
What is the series this comic belongs to?
This comic is part of the Superman series.

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