Superman #86 (1954) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #86 (1954) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #86 (1954) value — Ungraded $93 · Grade 6.0 $402 · Grade 8.0 $835. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, the Newsstand version at $2 is the cheapest way to own Superman #86. The Standard versions offer better condition or perhaps slight variations, while the DC Universe version at $8 is a more modern or specialized reprint. Save your money on the Newsstand copy unless you specifically seek the higher quality or collector appeal of the Standard or DC Universe versions.
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Superman #86 (1954) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #86 (1954) averages around $93. A CGC 6.0 runs about $402, and a CGC 8.0 commands $835.
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 | $93 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $402 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $835 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Superman #86?
- The ungraded version of Superman #86 is currently listed at $65.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Superman #86 is valued at $835.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the price increases substantially, with a Grade 6.0 copy selling for $402 compared to the ungraded $65.