Captain America #251 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #251 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #251 (1980) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want Captain America #251, the Newsstand version at $7 is the cheapest way to own it. The Standard version at $3 is even cheaper, offering the base comic without the newsstand premium. Buyers seeking the Newsstand version are paying a slight premium for that specific distribution status. Casual collectors should opt for the Standard, while those prioritizing the specific Newsstand collectible should pay the extra $4.
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Captain America #251 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #251 (1980) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Captain America #251?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #251 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Captain America #251 is currently listed for $23.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the graded versions, such as the Grade 6.0 at $14, command different prices than the ungraded copy.