Captain America #226 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #226 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #226 (1978) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $22. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Captain America #226, purchase the Standard version for $4. The Whitman version, priced at $2, offers a slight upgrade in condition or presentation, though the difference in scarcity is negligible here. If your goal is simply ownership on a budget, stick to the Standard. However, if you value the slightly better presentation of the Whitman, the $2 premium is worthwhile for a more complete collection feel.
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Captain America #226 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #226 (1978) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $22.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #226 starts at $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A copy of Captain America #226 with a Grade 8.0 commands a price of $32.
- Is there a price difference between ungraded and graded?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with grading, moving from $6 ungraded to $32 for a Grade 8.0.