Action Comics (1938) No. 481
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: March 1978
Cover Price: $0.35
Writer: Cary Bates
Penciller: Curt Douglas Swan
Cover Artist: Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez
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Action Comics (1938) #481 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $10.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $7.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $3.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $1.50 |
| 2.0 | Good | $1.00 |
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Action Comics (1938) #481 Value FAQ
How much is Action Comics (1938) #481 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $10.00; lower grades range from ~$1.00 (Good) to ~$7.00 (Very Fine).
Who created Action Comics (1938) #481?
Action Comics (1938) #481 was written by Cary Bates, pencilled by Curt Douglas Swan, with a cover by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez.
When was Action Comics (1938) #481 published?
DC Comics published it with a March 1978 cover date, originally priced at $0.35.
What is a high-grade copy of Action Comics (1938) #481 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $10.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.