Superman #389 (1983) — Comic Book Value

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What Superman #389 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Superman #389 (1983) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated August 2026.

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$3
Ungraded
3.3×
$10
Grade 6.0
6.0×
$18
Grade 8.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.

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Superman #389 (1983) comic value

An ungraded copy of Superman #389 (1983) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, 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

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$3eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$10eBay sold comps
Grade 8.0$18eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for Superman #389?
The ungraded version of Superman #389 is available for purchase.
How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this Superman issue?
A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #389 sells for $20.
Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
Yes, the graded versions are priced higher, with a 6.0 grading at $12.

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