Action Comics ##395
DC Comics • Action Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Leo Dorfman
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Curt Swan
Publication Date
December 1970
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The issue features the story 'The Secrets of Superman's Fortress', where Superman and Lois Lane visit the Fortress of Solitude. The cover story, 'The Girl Who Was Mightier Than Superman', features a warrior woman named Thia who appears to possess strength superior to the Man of Steel. This issue is notable for its exploration of Superman's Silver Age lore and the Silver Age Superman/Lois dynamic.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks throughout, blunting of the top and bottom right corners, mild yellowing/tanning of the cover, visible edge wear on the left spine edge, and some light surface soiling/staining near the bottom margin.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded 4.0: $35 - $55
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in mid-to-low grade range from $8 to $25. CGC 9.0+ copies can reach over $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The estimated grade (approx. 4.0) would likely result in a market value that does not cover the costs of grading fees, shipping, and insurance. It is best enjoyed as a raw reader or collector copy.
Notable Features
Features Thia; Silver Age DC staple; CC logo in corner; 15 cent price point. Includes a backup Supergirl story titled 'The Devil's Partner!' with art by Win Mortimer.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the 15-cent price point consistent with 1970 DC publications, standard newsstand-style aging (tanning), and appropriate ink saturation for the period. No immediate signs of facsimile or reprinting.