Captain America #16 (1942) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #16 (1942) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #16 (1942) value — Ungraded $829 · Grade 6.0 $7,500. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 9.0× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the $3 Yoon or $4 Magno. The premium versions like the Standard $839 or Newsstand $18 command prices for superior condition or specific distribution. If budget is tight, stick to the lower-priced Standard or Newsstand options. Collectors prioritizing investment or presentation should pay for the higher-grade Standard or Newsstand versions, while casual buyers should save.
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Item details
- Series
- Captain America
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Issue
- #16
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- July 1, 1942
Captain America #16 (1942) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #16 (1942) averages around $829. A CGC 6.0 runs about $7500, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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 | $829 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $7,500 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $3.99 / $3,149 / $7,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.99–$7,500.00 (median $3,149.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $839, whereas the highly graded 6.0 copy commands a much higher price of $7500.
- Is Captain America #16 a rare comic?
- As a Captain America series issue from 1942, it holds significant collectible value for serious fans.
- What is the listed price for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A copy of Captain America #16 graded at 6.0 is currently listed with a value of $7500.