Action Comics (1938) No. 1
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: June 1938
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Jerry Siegel
Penciller: Joe Shuster
Cover Artist: Joe Shuster
First Appearance: Superman (Clark Kent), Lois Lane, Zatara
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Action Comics (1938) #1 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $5,600,000.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $3,920,000.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $1,680,000.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $840,000.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $560,000.00 |
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Action Comics (1938) #1 Value FAQ
How much is Action Comics (1938) #1 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $5,600,000.00; lower grades range from ~$560,000.00 (Good) to ~$3,920,000.00 (Very Fine).
Is Action Comics (1938) #1 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Superman (Clark Kent), Lois Lane, Zatara.
Who created Action Comics (1938) #1?
Action Comics (1938) #1 was written by Jerry Siegel, pencilled by Joe Shuster, with a cover by Joe Shuster.
When was Action Comics (1938) #1 published?
DC Comics published it with a June 1938 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Action Comics (1938) #1 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $5,600,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.