Superman #388 (1983) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #388 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #388 (1983) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Superman #388, grab the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $4 is not a premium upgrade in this case, as both are basic releases. Therefore, if your goal is simply ownership, the Standard is the most economical choice. Only pay more for the Newsstand if you specifically want that particular distribution variant.
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Superman #388 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #388 (1983) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value range for Superman #388?
- The value ranges from $12 for a Grade 6.0 to $20 for a Grade 8.0, with ungraded options also available.
- Is the ungraded copy of Superman #388 worth buying?
- The ungraded copy is available, but specific value depends on its actual condition compared to the listed grades.
- Which grade offers the best price point for Superman #388?
- For a guaranteed higher grade, the Grade 8.0 is listed at $20, while the Grade 6.0 is available for $12.