Action Comics ##327
DC Comics • Action Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton (Superman story), Henry Boltinoff (gag strips)
Interior Artist
Curt Swan (Superman story), George Klein (Superman story), John Forte (Legion story)
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), George Klein (inks)
Publication Date
August 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features an 'Imaginary Story' titled 'The Three Generations of Superman!' where Superman is an aged retiree, his son is Jor-El II, and his grandson is Kal-El II. It also includes a Legion of Super-Heroes backup story titled 'The Lone Wolf Legionnaire!' featuring Lone Wolf (Lassard).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and localized creasing, corner blunting (especially bottom left), significant edge wear along the bottom and left margins, slight tanning of the paper stock, and visible surface scuffing through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 4.0): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $15 to $35. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch over $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the total market value of a mid-to-low grade comic from this era unless it were a major key issue.
Notable Features
Silver Age 12-cent cover price. Notable for the 'Imaginary Story' gimmick popular in the 1960s. Includes a Legion of Super-Heroes backup feature.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1965 original based on the 12-cent cover price, DC National Comics logo, and the natural paper aging visible in the image. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.