Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: August 1942
Cover Price: $0.10
Cover Artist: Fred Ray
First Appearance: The Prankster
Action Comics (1938) #51 Value FAQ
How much is Action Comics (1938) #51 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $4,000.00; lower grades range from ~$400.00 (Good) to ~$2,800.00 (Very Fine).
Is Action Comics (1938) #51 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of The Prankster.
Who created Action Comics (1938) #51?
Action Comics (1938) #51 was with a cover by Fred Ray.
When was Action Comics (1938) #51 published?
DC Comics published it with a August 1942 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Action Comics (1938) #51 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $4,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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