Superman #51 (1948) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #51 (1948) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #51 (1948) value — Ungraded $284 · Grade 6.0 $568 · Grade 8.0 $1,095. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.9× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest entry, grab the Newsstand version at $4. The Standard $236 or Romita $3 versions offer better condition or artistic merit, while the 2nd Print $10 is a minor variation. Casual collectors should stick to the lowest priced options, whereas serious investors should aim for the Standard $236 for maximum value.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #51
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- March 1, 1948
Superman #51 (1948) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #51 (1948) averages around $284. A CGC 6.0 runs about $568, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1095.
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 | $284 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $568 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,095 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #51?
- The ungraded version of Superman #51 is currently valued at $204.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is priced at $884, which is substantially higher than the $204 ungraded listing.
- Is there a specific price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Superman #51 is listed for $568.