Captain America #262 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #262 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #262 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $29. 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 lowest cost to own Captain America #262, purchase the Direct version at $5. The Standard and Newsstand versions are priced identically at $6, offering no tangible advantage over each other. If you are simply collecting the book, the Direct version is the most economical choice. Those seeking a specific variant or superior packaging should pay the extra dollar for the Standard or Newsstand versions.
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Captain America #262 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #262 (1981) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $29.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $29 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #262 starts at $13.
- How much is the comic if it is in Grade 8.0 condition?
- A copy graded at 8.0 is priced at $28.
- Is this comic available in various conditions?
- Yes, it is available ungraded, as well as graded at 6.0 and 8.0.