Aquaman #1 (1986) — Comic Book Value
AquamanWhat Aquaman #1 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Aquaman #1 (1986) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Lotay version for $5. Premium versions like the Aquaman #1 Newsstand at $37 or the Walker Foil Virgin at $13 offer differences in distribution or condition, not significant scarcity here. If you just want the card, buy the $7 or $8 Standard. If you seek a slightly more desirable variant, the Newsstand version is the best small upgrade.
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Aquaman #1 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Aquaman #1 (1986) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Aquaman #1?
- The ungraded copy of Aquaman #1 is available, with a Grade 6.0 listed at $19.
- How much is a high-grade copy of Aquaman #1?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of the Aquaman #1 comic is available for $30.
- Is the condition of Aquaman #1 important for resale value?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts price; for example, a Grade 6.0 is $11 less than a Grade 8.0.