Superman [Newsstand] #388 (1983) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman [Newsstand] #388 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman [Newsstand] #388 (1983) value — Ungraded $8. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Superman #388, grab the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $4 is not a premium upgrade in this case, as both are basic releases. Therefore, if your goal is simply ownership, the Standard is the most economical choice. Only pay more for the Newsstand if you specifically want that particular distribution variant.
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Superman [Newsstand] #388 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman [Newsstand] #388 (1983) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, 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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $8 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current value of this ungraded Superman comic?
- The current value for this Ungraded Superman #388 (1983) is available on our marketplace.
- Is this a rare comic book?
- It is part of the Superman series, and its value is based on its Ungraded condition.
- What year was this Superman comic published?
- This specific issue, Superman #388, was published in 1983.