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Action Comics #242 (DC, 1958) CGC FN+ 6.5 Off-white pages. The origin and first appearance of Brainiac, who will appear in the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. Also features the first appearance of the shrunken city of Kandor. Superman cover by Curt Swan. Story art by Al Plastino and Jim Mooney art. Currently tied for #16 on Overstreet's list of Top 50 Silver Age Comics. Overstreet 2024 FN 6.0 value = $3,600; VF 8.0 value = $10,800. CGC census 4/26: 14 in 6.5, 21 higher.

CGC Grader Notes:
Bottom Front Cover Medium Crease Breaks Color
Spine Multiple Stress Lines Breaks Color
Front Cover Medium Shadow

View the certification for CGC Certification ID 1127469001, including grader's notes if available and a link to the latest full census report for the issue.*

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Sold on Apr 23, 2026 for: $9,760.00
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