Superman #53 (1948) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #53 (1948) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #53 (1948) value — Ungraded $513 · Grade 6.0 $2,192 · Grade 8.0 $2,697. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Superman #53, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard and 2nd Print versions command higher prices, reflecting better condition or print runs, while the $7 Standard might be a better value than the $509 Standard. If budget is tight, buy the Newsstand; if you want a more collectible piece, the Standard is the choice.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #53
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- July 1, 1948
Superman #53 (1948) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #53 (1948) averages around $513. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2192, and a CGC 8.0 commands $2697.
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 | $513 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $2,192 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $2,697 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.4 / $260 / $1,420 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 19, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.40–$1,420.00 (median $260.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #53 (1948)?
- The ungraded copy of Superman #53 (1948) is currently listed starting at $333.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Superman issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #53 sells for $2697, while a Grade 6.0 is valued at $2195.
- Is Superman #53 a good investment based on these prices?
- Yes, the significant price jump between ungraded ($333) and high-grade ($2697) indicates strong potential for value appreciation.