Superman #49 (1947) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #49 (1947) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #49 (1947) value — Ungraded $232 · Grade 6.0 $505 · Grade 8.0 $600. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the item, the Newsstand version at $2 is the cheapest way to own it. The higher-priced Standard and Adams versions offer better condition or specific printings, while the $174 Standard represents the best overall collectible quality. Casual collectors should stick to the low-end options, whereas serious investors should target the higher-tier Standard versions for better long-term value.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #49
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- November 1, 1947
Superman #49 (1947) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #49 (1947) averages around $232. A CGC 6.0 runs about $505, and a CGC 8.0 commands $600.
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 | $232 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $505 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $600 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Superman #49?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #49 is currently valued starting at $174.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $600, significantly higher than the $174 starting price for ungraded.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Superman #49 is listed with a value of $511.