Action Comics #450 (1975)

Title: Action Comics #450
Publisher: DC Comics
Publication Date: August 1975
Cover Price: $0.25
Main Characters: Superman, Green Arrow, Black Canary
Cover Artist: Bob Oksner
Story Title: "The Laugh Heard 'Round the World!"
Writers & Artists: Cary Bates (Writer), Curt Swan & Tex Blaisdell (Interior Art)

Key Features

• Classic Bronze Age Superman issue featuring a unique storyline where Superman is overcome with uncontrollable laughter.
• Backup feature starring Green Arrow and Black Canary, making it a multi-character collectible.
• Bold, eye-catching cover art with dynamic "HAHAHA" text, a memorable and somewhat humorous Superman cover.
• Part of the long-running Action Comics series, making it a key issue for collectors of the era.

Market Value and Condition Assessment

• Visible Flaws:

  • Noticeable spine wear, including creases and stress marks.
  • Minor edge wear and potential color fading.
  • Some rounding and fraying at the corners.
  • The cover appears intact with no significant tearing or missing pieces.

• Estimated Condition Range: Good (G) to Very Good (VG)

Recent Sales & Estimated Values

• Near Mint (9.4+) copies have been sold for $40 - $60.
• Very Fine (8.0) copies typically sell in the range of $15 - $25.
• Mid-grade (5.0 - 6.5) copies are valued around $8 - $15.
• Lower grade (3.0 - 4.5, similar to this copy) typically sell for $5 - $10, depending on demand.