Superman #48 (1947) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #48 (1947) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #48 (1947) value — Ungraded $183 · Grade 6.0 $619 · Grade 8.0 $3,893. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 21.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Superman #48 DC 1947 CGC 6.5 1st Time Travel by Superman Lex Luthor appearance
1947 DC SUPERMAN #48 CBCS 6.0 White Pages (Debut of Superman ability to travel t
Superman #49 CGC FN+ 6.5 Off White to White DC Comics 1947
SUPERMAN #48 (1947) - GRADE 5.5 - DC GOLDEN AGE 1ST APP TIME TRAVEL ABILITY
Superman #47 Vol. 2 1990 DC Comics High Grade Comic Book P48-104eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
If you just want the item, grab the Newsstand: $11. The Standard: $250 and Newsstand: $13 versions represent better condition or higher demand, offering a more collectible piece. The Adult: $4 and Standard: $3 are low-cost options for casual ownership. Save money with the cheapest versions unless you specifically seek the premium appeal of the higher-priced editions.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #48
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- September 1, 1947
Superman #48 (1947) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #48 (1947) averages around $183. A CGC 6.0 runs about $619, and a CGC 8.0 commands $3893.
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 | $183 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $619 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $3,893 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $9.99 / $320 / $949.99 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 14, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $9.99–$949.99 (median $320.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #48?
- The ungraded version of Superman #48 is currently listed at $235.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #48 is valued at $4849.
- Is there a mid-range option for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Superman #48 is available for $615.