Superman #49 (1990) — Comic Book Value

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What Superman #49 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Superman #49 (1990) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $11. Prices updated July 2026.

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$3
Ungraded
3.3×
$10
Grade 6.0
3.7×
$11
Grade 8.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.7× raw.

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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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Superman #49 (1990) comic value

An ungraded copy of Superman #49 (1990) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, and a CGC 8.0 commands $11.

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$11eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for Superman #49 (1990)?
The starting price for this issue is $9 for an ungraded copy or a Grade 6.0.
How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
A Grade 8.0 sells for $11, which is $2 more than the ungraded price.
Is Superman #49 a valuable comic to invest in?
Based on current listings, it has established values ranging from $9 to $11 depending on the grade.

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