Superman #5 (1987) — Comic Book Value

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What 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.

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$4
Ungraded
3.0×
$12
Grade 6.0
6.8×
$27
Grade 8.0

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.

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Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today

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Ungraded$4eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$12eBay sold comps
Grade 8.0$27eBay 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.

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