Superman (1939) No. 158
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: January 1963
Cover Price: $0.12
Writer: Edmond Hamilton
Penciller: Curt Douglas Swan
Cover Artist: Curt Douglas Swan
First Appearance: Nightwing (Superman), Flamebird (Jimmy Olsen)
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Superman (1939) #158 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $300.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $210.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $90.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $45.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $30.00 |
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Superman (1939) #158 Value FAQ
How much is Superman (1939) #158 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $300.00; lower grades range from ~$30.00 (Good) to ~$210.00 (Very Fine).
Is Superman (1939) #158 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Nightwing (Superman), Flamebird (Jimmy Olsen).
Who created Superman (1939) #158?
Superman (1939) #158 was written by Edmond Hamilton, pencilled by Curt Douglas Swan, with a cover by Curt Douglas Swan.
When was Superman (1939) #158 published?
DC Comics published it with a January 1963 cover date, originally priced at $0.12.
What is a high-grade copy of Superman (1939) #158 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $300.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.