Action Comics (1938) No. 542
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: April 1983
Cover Price: $0.60
Writer: Marv Wolfman
Penciller: Curt Douglas Swan
Cover Artist: Dick Giordano
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Action Comics (1938) #542 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $6.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $4.20 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $1.80 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $0.90 |
| 2.0 | Good | $0.60 |
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Action Comics (1938) #542 Value FAQ
How much is Action Comics (1938) #542 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $6.00; lower grades range from ~$0.60 (Good) to ~$4.20 (Very Fine).
Who created Action Comics (1938) #542?
Action Comics (1938) #542 was written by Marv Wolfman, pencilled by Curt Douglas Swan, with a cover by Dick Giordano.
When was Action Comics (1938) #542 published?
DC Comics published it with a April 1983 cover date, originally priced at $0.60.
What is a high-grade copy of Action Comics (1938) #542 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $6.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.