Superman #5 (1987) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #5 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #5 (1987) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $27. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Superman #5, grab a Newsstand copy for $5. Premium versions like the Standard $1325 or Sherman $12 offer significant differences, likely in condition or provenance, not just edition. If budget is tight, the $5 options suffice. Collectors seeking investment potential or high-grade examples should pay for the Standard or Sherman, while casual owners can stick to the cheapest available copies.
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Superman #5 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #5 (1987) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $27.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #5 (1987)?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #5 is currently listed starting at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Superman comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #5 is valued at $27.
- Are there different prices depending on the comic's condition?
- Yes, the price varies significantly, ranging from $5 for ungraded to $27 for a Grade 8.0.