Action Comics #7 CBCS 1.0 Unrestored | DC 1938 | 2nd Superman Cover Golden Age For Sale

An extraordinary Golden Age DC Comics grail featuring the second-ever Superman cover appearance, published just months after the Man of Steel's legendary debut in Action Comics #1!

Published in December 1938, Action Comics #7 is one of the most historically significant and sought-after early Superman comic books in existence. Featuring iconic cover artwork by Joe Shuster, this landmark issue marks Superman's triumphant return to the cover of Action Comics following his groundbreaking debut in issue #1.

This example is certified CBCS 1.0 with Brittle Pages, offering collectors an opportunity to acquire an incredibly important piece of superhero and comic book history from the very dawn of the Golden Age!

• CBCS 1.0 – Certified Grade

• Brittle Pages

• DC Comics – December 1938

• 2nd Superman Cover Appearance

• Classic Joe Shuster Cover Artwork

• Early Jerry Siegel Superman Story

• CBCS Certification Notes: Small pieces of front cover reattached with tape on interior; two staples removed; cover and all pages detached and completely split.

Few comic books hold the historical importance of Action Comics #7. Following Superman's revolutionary introduction in Action Comics #1 (June 1938), the character quickly began transforming the comic book industry and establishing the foundation of the superhero genre.

Although Superman appeared in every early issue of Action Comics, he was absent from the covers of issues #2 through #6. Action Comics #7 marked his second-ever cover appearance, making it one of the earliest and most desirable Superman collectibles ever published.

The unforgettable Joe Shuster cover depicts Superman soaring high above the city while carrying a criminal through the air, perfectly capturing the extraordinary strength and larger-than-life heroism that would define the character for generations.

For serious Golden Age collectors, Action Comics #7 represents a major milestone in Superman's publication history. Its exceptionally early 1938 publication date, historic cover significance, and enduring collector demand place it among the most coveted prewar DC comic books.

While this example exhibits substantial condition defects as detailed on the CBCS label, it remains a certified example of a landmark 1938 Superman issue, nearly nine decades after its original publication.

An incredible opportunity for collectors of Golden Age DC Comics, early Superman appearances, and historically significant superhero keys!

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Don't miss your opportunity to own this CBCS 1.0 copy of Action Comics #7 (1938), featuring Superman's historic second cover appearance and iconic Joe Shuster artwork from the earliest days of the superhero genre!