Superman #79 (1952) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #79 (1952) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #79 (1952) value — Ungraded $124 · Grade 6.0 $360 · Grade 8.0 $4,080. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 32.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Superman #79, the Newsstand version at $6 is the cheapest option. The Standard versions, priced at $124 and $6, offer varying degrees of condition or desirability beyond the basic newsstand copy. If you are a casual collector, the $6 Standard is fine; however, serious collectors should pay the premium for the $124 Standard to acquire a higher-grade or more sought-after copy.
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Superman #79 (1952) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #79 (1952) averages around $124. A CGC 6.0 runs about $360, and a CGC 8.0 commands $4080.
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 | $124 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $360 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $4,080 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Superman #79?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #79 (1952) is currently listed at $99.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #79 is valued at $4080.
- Is there a mid-range price point for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Superman #79 can be found for $360.