Action Comics #1 Featuring Superman's Debut Sells

A pristine copy of the iconic 1938 comic book shatters previous sale records, highlighting the enduring value and rarity of early superhero comics.

A copy of Action Comics #1, marking Superman's first appearance, was sold at auction for a record $6 million, making it the most valuable comic book ever.
The sale surpassed the previous record of $5.3 million set by another Superman comic, Superman #1 from 1939.
This particular copy was graded at 8.5 by CGC, indicating it is in exceptional condition for its age and rarity.
Only about 100 copies of Action Comics #1 are believed to still exist, making it exceedingly rare due to factors like WWII paper salvages.
Superman's debut in Action Comics #1 is credited with kickstarting the Golden Age of comics and solidifying the superhero genre.