Captain America #18 (1942) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #18 (1942) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #18 (1942) value — Ungraded $1,326 · Grade 6.0 $4,070. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 3.1× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab a Newsstand copy for $7. The higher-priced versions, like the Standard at $1334 or Perkins at $20, represent significant scarcity and condition, offering a true collector's piece. If you just want a cheap copy, stick to the lower-tier options. Serious collectors prioritizing investment should pay for the Standard or Perkins, while casual buyers can settle for the $4 or $3 variants.
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Item details
- Series
- Captain America
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Issue
- #18
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- September 1, 1942
Captain America #18 (1942) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #18 (1942) averages around $1326. A CGC 6.0 runs about $4070, 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 | $1,326 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $4,070 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1.5 / $1,780 / $7,200 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $1.50–$7,200.00 (median $1,780.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for an ungraded copy of Captain America #18?
- An ungraded copy of Captain America #18 (1942) is currently valued around $1336.
- How much more valuable is a graded copy compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is valued at $4060, significantly higher than the $1336 price point for ungraded copies.
- What series does this Captain America comic belong to?
- This comic is part of the Captain America series.