Captain America #263 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #263 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #263 (1981) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Captain America #263 (1981), purchase the Direct version for $4. The Newsstand version at $7 offers the highest perceived appeal, potentially due to its more accessible distribution or packaging, while the Standard version sits in the middle at $5. Buyers prioritizing pure ownership should choose Direct, whereas those seeking a slightly more premium presentation should consider the Newsstand.
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Captain America #263 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #263 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
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 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Captain America issue?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #263 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $13.
- How much more is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Captain America #263 is valued at $23, compared to $13 for a Grade 6.0.
- Is this comic considered rare?
- While we don't specify rarity, the market offers options from ungraded to a Grade 8.0 for Captain America #263.