Superman #30 (1944) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #30 (1944) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #30 (1944) value — Ungraded $662 · Grade 6.0 $2,281 · Grade 8.0 $4,560. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.9× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Castellini or Aja for around $6. The premium versions like Standard ($900) or Newsstand ($150) offer significantly higher grade potential and rarity, making them valuable investments. If you are a casual collector wanting a piece without the high cost, the $6 versions suffice. Serious investors should target the higher-priced Standard or Newsstand copies.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #30
- Key issue
- Yes
- Release date
- September 1, 1944
Superman #30 (1944) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #30 (1944) averages around $662. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2281, and a CGC 8.0 commands $4560.
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 | $662 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $2,281 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $4,560 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.4 / $1,295 / $6,836 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.40–$6,836.00 (median $1,295.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #30?
- The ungraded copy of Superman #30 is listed with a starting value of $898.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Superman issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #30 sells for $4560, demonstrating its high collectible value.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the price increases substantially with grading; for example, Grade 6.0 is $2281 compared to the ungraded $898.