Superman #43 (1946) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #43 (1946) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #43 (1946) value — Ungraded $264 · Grade 6.0 $485 · Grade 8.0 $1,155. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab a Newsstand copy for $2. If you seek a premium piece, the Conventions version at $20 offers a higher-grade or more desirable presentation than the base Standard. Collectors prioritizing investment should aim for the Standard at $267, while casual buyers can satisfy themselves with the $10 Newsstand or even the $6 Meyers copy.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #43
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- November 1, 1946
Superman #43 (1946) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #43 (1946) averages around $264. A CGC 6.0 runs about $485, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1155.
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 | $264 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $485 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,155 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #43?
- The ungraded copy of Superman #43 is currently valued at $202.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $1155, which is significantly higher than the $202 ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A copy graded at 6.0 is listed with a value of $435.