Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: August 1961
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Jerry Siegel
Penciller: Al Plastino
Cover Artist: Curt Swan
First Appearance: Legion of Super-Villains
Superman (1939) #147 Value FAQ
How much is Superman (1939) #147 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $500.00; lower grades range from ~$50.00 (Good) to ~$350.00 (Very Fine).
Is Superman (1939) #147 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Legion of Super-Villains.
Who created Superman (1939) #147?
Superman (1939) #147 was written by Jerry Siegel, pencilled by Al Plastino, with a cover by Curt Swan.
When was Superman (1939) #147 published?
DC Comics published it with a August 1961 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Superman (1939) #147 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $500.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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