Avengers #280 (1987) — Comic Book Value
AvengersWhat Avengers #280 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Avengers #280 (1987) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $35. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Avengers #280 (1987), grab the Newsstand version for $1. The Standard version at $4 offers slightly better condition or perhaps a more complete presentation, though the difference is minimal here. If budget is the main concern, buy the Newsstand. If you want the slightly preferred copy, pay the extra $3 for the Standard.
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Avengers #280 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Avengers #280 (1987) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $35.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $35 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- Ungraded copies have a lower entry point, while a Grade 8.0 copy of Avengers #280 is valued at $35.
- Is this comic considered rare?
- The facts provided detail its current pricing structure across different grades rather than its rarity level.
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Avengers #280 is available for purchase at a lower price point.