Captain America #1 (2002) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #1 (2002) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #1 (2002) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $12. 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?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Gold version around $44. The premium versions like Standard ($48306) or Wizard Sketch ($1000) offer significant scarcity and collector appeal, far beyond simple ownership. If you want a piece of history, pay the premium. Otherwise, the lower-priced variants like Christopher E ($39) or Ross Virgin ($37) offer entry into the collection without the massive investment.
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Captain America #1 (2002) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #1 (2002) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, and a CGC 8.0 commands $12.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Captain America issue?
- Ungraded copies of Captain America #1 (2002) are currently listed for $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is priced at $13, compared to $5 for the ungraded version.
- Is the value difference between Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0 significant?
- Yes, the Grade 6.0 sells for $11, while the superior Grade 8.0 commands a price of $13.