Adventure Comics #485 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Adventure ComicsWhat Adventure Comics #485 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Adventure Comics #485 (1981) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Adventure Comics #485 (1981), buy the Standard or Newsstand version at $3. Since both versions are priced identically at $3, there is no premium benefit in choosing one over the other regarding edition or scarcity. Collectors prioritizing budget should select either version, while those seeking a tangible difference or higher perceived value should be aware that the current pricing offers no such distinction.
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Adventure Comics #485 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Adventure Comics #485 (1981) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded price is not specified, but a Grade 6.0 is listed at $10 and a Grade 8.0 is $17.
- Is this comic more valuable in better condition?
- Yes, the Grade 8.0 copy is priced higher at $17 compared to the Grade 6.0 copy at $10.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This comic is part of the Adventure Comics series.