ACTION COMICS #NO. 330
DC Comics • Action Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Leo Dorfman
Interior Artist
Jim Mooney
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (Pencils), George Klein (Inks)
Publication Date
November 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Diabolical Dr. Supernatural!'. Superman and Supergirl face a new villain who uses mystical powers and an 'Execution Buzzard' to trap Superman in an energy field. In the backup story, Supergirl deals with her dual identity as Linda Danvers.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy wear including spine rolling and multiple spine stress lines. There is a prominent red circular ink stamp (likely a price or date stamp) on the center-right of the cover. Significant edge wear, corner blunting, and a small tear on the right edge. Visible creasing across the cover and general surface soiling/yellowing consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (estimated 2.0): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies (2.0-3.0) typically sell for $10 or less in raw condition. Mid-grade copies (6.0) sell for approximately $40-$60. High-grade CGC 9.0+ copies can exceed $200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission (typically $30+) would exceed the current market value of the comic in this condition. It is a common Silver Age issue without significant key features.
Notable Features
Silver Age 12-cent cover price. First appearance of Dr. Supernatural (Anton Karvas). Features Superman and Supergirl together on the cover.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic to the 1965 publication date. The paper shows natural oxidation (yellowing) expected of newsprint from this era. The DC National Comics logo and Comics Code Authority stamp are consistent with mid-1960s production.