Superman #74 (1952) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #74 (1952) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #74 (1952) value — Ungraded $83 · Grade 6.0 $336 · Grade 8.0 $945. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 11.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Superman #74 (1952), the Newsstand version at $12 is the cheapest entry point. The higher-priced Standard ($82) and DC Universe ($37) versions offer better condition or more desirable printings, while the 2nd Print ($8) is a budget alternative. Save your money unless you specifically want the prestige of the Standard or DC Universe versions.
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Superman #74 (1952) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #74 (1952) averages around $83. A CGC 6.0 runs about $336, and a CGC 8.0 commands $945.
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 | $83 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $336 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $945 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Superman #74 (1952) is currently listed at $95.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #74 is valued at $945, while a Grade 6.0 sells for $336.
- Is the value dependent on the comic's grade?
- Yes, the value increases substantially with better condition; for example, the difference between ungraded and Grade 8.0 is significant.