Action Comics (1938) No. 521
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: July 1981
Cover Price: $0.50
Writer: Gerry Conway
Penciller: Dick Giordano
Cover Artist: Ross Andru
First Appearance: Vixen (Mari Jiwe Macabe)
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Action Comics (1938) #521 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $20.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $14.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $6.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $3.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $2.00 |
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Action Comics (1938) #521 Value FAQ
How much is Action Comics (1938) #521 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $20.00; lower grades range from ~$2.00 (Good) to ~$14.00 (Very Fine).
Is Action Comics (1938) #521 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Vixen (Mari Jiwe Macabe).
Who created Action Comics (1938) #521?
Action Comics (1938) #521 was written by Gerry Conway, pencilled by Dick Giordano, with a cover by Ross Andru.
When was Action Comics (1938) #521 published?
DC Comics published it with a July 1981 cover date, originally priced at $0.50.
What is a high-grade copy of Action Comics (1938) #521 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $20.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.