Captain America #238 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #238 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #238 (1979) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Captain America #238, purchase the Newsstand version for $3. The Direct version at $3 offers a slight premium, likely due to better packaging or distribution, while the Standard version is also $5. If you just want the comic, grab the Newsstand. Pay up for the Direct or Standard if you value a specific edition or higher grade.
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Captain America #238 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #238 (1979) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Captain America comic?
- The ungraded version is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $17.
- How much more is the higher-graded version worth?
- The Grade 8.0 copy is listed for $21, which is $4 more than the Grade 6.0 version.
- Is this comic available in different conditions?
- Yes, it is available ungraded, as well as graded at 6.0 and 8.0.