SUPERMAN 3 1939 DC, ULTRA-RARE GRADE CGC 6.5, Joe Shuster Cover and Jerry Siegel

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This is the highest CGC-graded Superman 3, 1939, available in the world. “AMAZING ADVENTURES of the GREATEST MAN ON EARTH, SUPERMAN!”Gorgeous Museum and Studio Display Quality and High Grade for Investment CGC 6.5 Fine+, CGC CCS Professionally Restored GradeUltra-Rare, Original First Series, First Print, CGC Certification No. 4702384007Free USPS Priority Shipping with Signature RequiredThe first three issues of the Superman series (1939) are among the most popular and valuable comic books in existence.The following are what make Superman #3 1939 (Winter Issue 1940) so special, meaningful, sought after, and valuable:The cover of Superman #3 1939 (Winter 1940), by artist Joe Shuster, is considered one of the best and most popular artworks from the Golden Age of comics because it solidified the character's "Champion of the Oppressed" image, showcasing his power in a direct, dramatic, and heroic manner that resonated with Depression-era audiences.The DC Database indicates that Superman #3 features the historic first appearance of Jimmy Olsen at The Daily Planet newspaper in Metropolis. Though he appears as an unnamed office boy at the newspaper.This issue of Superman #3 by Joe Shuster gave rise to the often-used description of Superman: “Faster than a Locomotive.” This book also gives us Superman and Lois Lane’s first kiss in a romance that has lasted almost a century! In this 68-page issue, the feature cover story starts with Superman saving a runaway boy from being hit by a train, and he discovers that the boy is from an orphanage where the superintendent abuses the children. Superman enlists the boy’s help to expose the abusive superintendent. Even in this 3rd issue of the iconic hero’s solo series, we have a story that addresses important societal issues, such as child abuse. Not something you might expect from a comic book published in 1939.This DC Comics Golden Age Superman #3 was graded as 6.5 Fine+ Restored by CGC on February 26, 2026. It had been carefully stored away from light and the elements for decades, which is why it is in such fine+ and gorgeous condition. Superman #3 is #84 on Overstreet’s Top 100 Golden Age Comics. Not many of these exist in high grades like this one! There are only 262 Superman #3 in the CGC graded population. This Superman #3 in CGC 6.5 is in the top 55 or top 20% of the 262 Superman #3 CGC graded population. This means it is ultra-rare. Only a small number of museums or comic book collectors in the world can be proud owners to display this gorgeous Superman #3 in grade CGC 6.5. There are no Superman #3 in higher than CGC 6.5 grade available to buy anywhere in the world. Superman #3 is considered to be one of the most literary significant and inspirational comic books of all the Superman comic books.This CGC-graded and certified Superman #3 comic book has intense colors on the cover and inside pages. The attached images were created by CGC and are also available on the CGC verification page for this comic book.Joe Shuster cover and art, and Jerry Siegel story. Publication Date: November 15, 1939. Release Date: February 7, 1940 (Winter 1940).In January 2026, CGC's Classic Collectible Services (CCS) professionally restored this Superman #3, including color touch, a few pieces added, and tear seals reinforced. Then, in February 2026, CGC certified the comic book as authentic, graded, labeled, sealed, and slabbed this Superman #3 to protect it for the millennia. A fantastic addition to any comic book collection!Attached are images of five different Superman #3 1939 (Winter 1940) comic books that were purchased on eBay in 2026. One was graded CGC 1.8 and was purchased for $3,827, another was graded CGC 1.0 and was purchased for $2,999, a third was graded CGC 4.5 and was purchased for $8,399, a fourth was graded CGC 3.5 and was purchased for $3,300, and a fifth was graded CGC 2.0 and was purchased for $5,700 on September 23, 2026.The new Superman movie, Man of Tomorrow, is in production, and it has a release date of July 9, 2027.Superman #3 1939 (Winter 1940) and other original Superman Golden Age comic books are skyrocketing in collectible value, as demonstrated by recent sales such as the following:Action Comics #1 (1938): Featuring the debut of Superman, this comic is considered the most valuable in the world. A copy sold for a record-shattering $15 million in a private sale announced in January 2026. Superman #1 (1939): This issue features Superman's first solo comic, establishing the original Superman comic value in the world of collectibles, with a recent sale price of $9 million.Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962): This comic marks the first appearance of Spider-Man and has sold for as high as $3.6 million.Detective Comics #27 (1939): This comic introduced Batman to the world and has reached sales of $1.825 million.Captain America Comics #1 (1941): The first appearance of Captain America, this comic has sold for $3.12 million.Marvel Comics #1 (1939): This comic marks the start of the Marvel universe, with a sale price of $2,427,777.Batman #1 (1940): This issue introduced both the Joker and Catwoman and sold for $2.22 million.Fantastic Four #1 (1961): The debut of Marvel's first family sold for $2.04 million.Tales of Suspense #39 (1963): Featuring the first appearance of Iron Man, this issue sold for $2 million.All Star Comics #8 (1941): The debut of Wonder Woman, this issue sold for $1.62 million.Free USPS Priority Shipping with tracking and insurance. This is a secure method of shipping a high-value item. An adult signature will be required at delivery to ensure proper delivery to the Buyer.Please buy with confidence, as my eBay Buyers have graciously provided 100% positive feedback on eBay since March 2009. Private Listing: This is a Private Listing, and the Buyer's identity will not be disclosed to anyone except the Buyer. This allows the Buyer to remain anonymous to other eBay users. Condition: Very Good. Category: Collectibles › Comic Books & Memorabilia › Comics › Comics & Graphic Novels.

Unit of Sale

Single Unit

Artist/Writer

Joe Shuster, Jerry Siegel, Dennis Neville

Character

Superman, Lois Lane, Superman (Clark Kent), Jimmy Olsen (As Unnamed Office Boy), Jimmy Olsen (Introduction As an Unnamed Office Boy), Lew Frawley (Villain, Introduction), George Taylor (Unnamed), Lyman (Villain, Introduction), Jimmy Olsen

Tradition

US Comics

Certification Number

4702384007

Cover Artist

Joe Shuster

Series Title

Superman

Universe

DC Universe, Superman

Grade

6.5 Fine+

Publisher

DC Comics

Intended Audience

General Audience

Vintage

Yes

Publication Year

1939

Type

Comic Book

Format

Single Issue

Language

English

Issue Number

3

Era

Golden Age (1938-55)

Superhero Team

Justice League of America

Style

Color

Features

Key Issue

Professional Grader

Certified Guaranty Company (CGC)

Genre

Comics, Superheroes

Country of Origin

United States