Action Comics #No. 409
DC Comics • Action Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Leo Dorfman
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Nick Cardy
Publication Date
February 1972
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Who Is Clark Kent's Killer?' where Clark Kent seemingly discovers a secret about his own mortality. It also includes a back-up story featuring the Teen Titans.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Poor (CGC 0.5)
Condition Details
Heavy damage including significant red ink/marker defacement across the cover, multiple deep creases, severe spine wear, blunted corners, and obvious surface scuffing through the protective plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1 - $5 | Graded (estimated 0.5): $10 - $20 (grading fees would exceed value)
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (VF 8.0+) sell for $40-$60; low-grade/damaged copies frequently sell in bulk lots for nominal value.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading. The professional grading cost far exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. This is a reader-copy or placeholder only.
Notable Features
Bronze Age DC title; price 25c; features a back-up story regarding the Teen Titans' secret files.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1972 DC publication based on the 'Bigger and Better' 52-page spine branding and standard Bronze Age logo. However, the excessive marker defacement makes it a 'qualified' grade or poor category item.