Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: December 1971
Cover Price: $0.25
Writer: Cary Bates
Penciller: Richard F. Buckler
Cover Artist: Murphy Anderson
First Appearance: S.T.A.R. Labs
Superman (1939) #246 Value FAQ
How much is Superman (1939) #246 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $60.00; lower grades range from ~$6.00 (Good) to ~$42.00 (Very Fine).
Is Superman (1939) #246 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of S.T.A.R. Labs.
Who created Superman (1939) #246?
Superman (1939) #246 was written by Cary Bates, pencilled by Richard F. Buckler, with a cover by Murphy Anderson.
When was Superman (1939) #246 published?
DC Comics published it with a December 1971 cover date, originally priced at $0.25.
What is a high-grade copy of Superman (1939) #246 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $60.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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