Superman #55 (1948) — Comic Book Value

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What Superman #55 (1948) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Superman #55 (1948) value — Ungraded $157 · Grade 6.0 $475. Prices updated September 2026.

Series · Superman
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New
$380
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Used
$195
4 listings asking
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Value by grade
$157
Ungraded
3.0×
$475
Grade 6.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 3.0× raw.

Complete-in-box price history

Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.

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Expired listings — price reference

1948 D.C. Comics Superman 52 CGC 2.0.$299.99Like Newexpired · seen Sep 1Look up ↗
Superman #55 ~ 1948 ~ missing page 5-6 of 1st story ~ does not affect main story$150Unspecifiedexpired · seen Sep 1Look up ↗
Superman-Tim Jul 1948 VG/FN 5.0$85Unspecifiedexpired · seen Sep 1Look up ↗
SUPERMAN #54 Golden Age 1948 FINE (6.0) Adv of SUPERMAN George Reeves Ep story!!$375Like Newexpired · seen Sep 1Look up ↗
Superman # 52 (1948)DC Comics Golden Age Prankster Complete FR 1.5 Low-Grade Raw$190.58Acceptableexpired · seen Sep 1Look up ↗
Superman #55 PR 0.5 1948$150Unspecifiedexpired · seen Sep 1Look up ↗

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Which version do you have?

For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version for just $2. The Standard versions offer more value; the $88 Standard represents a higher grade or more desirable copy, while the $6 Standard is a solid entry point. Save your money with the Newsstand unless you specifically want the higher condition or desirability associated with the Standard versions.

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Item details

Series
Superman
Publisher
DC
Issue
#55
Key issue
No
Release date
November 1, 1948

Superman #55 (1948) comic value

An ungraded copy of Superman #55 (1948) averages around $157. A CGC 6.0 runs about $475, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.

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$157eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$475eBay sold comps
Live asking — low / typical / high$85 / $229 / $2,50020 live eBay listings

Market check: As of August 31, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $85.00–$2,499.99 (median $229.00).

Frequently asked questions

What is the estimated value of Superman #55 in ungraded condition?
The ungraded version of Superman #55 (1948) is currently valued around $100.
How much does a Grade 6.0 copy of this Superman issue sell for?
A copy of Superman #55 graded at 6.0 is valued at $475.
Is Superman #55 a good investment piece?
Yes, with values ranging from $100 (ungraded) to $475 (Grade 6.0), it shows clear market value.

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