Avengers [Newsstand] #196 (1980) — Comic Book Value
AvengersWhat Avengers [Newsstand] #196 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Avengers [Newsstand] #196 (1980) value — Ungraded $42 · Grade 6.0 $44 · Grade 8.0 $84. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Avengers #196, purchase the Standard version for $46. The Jewelers ($90) and Newsstand ($49) versions offer superior presentation and packaging, making them more desirable for display or serious collecting. Buyers prioritizing affordability should stick to the Standard copy, while those seeking a premium collectible should invest in the Jewelers version.
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Avengers [Newsstand] #196 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Avengers [Newsstand] #196 (1980) averages around $42. A CGC 6.0 runs about $44, and a CGC 8.0 commands $84.
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 | $42 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $44 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $84 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best value for buying this comic?
- The ungraded copy offers the best entry price at $51, while the Grade 8.0 provides higher value at $84.
- How much is the comic if it's in good shape?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Avengers #196 is currently listed for $84.
- Can I get this comic for less than $50?
- The lowest listed price for this issue is $43 for a Grade 6.0 copy.