Captain America #290 (1984) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #290 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #290 (1984) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $44 · Grade 8.0 $53. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 13.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost to own Captain America #290, grab the Standard version for just $5. The Newsstand ($12) and Canadian ($7) versions offer minor variations, likely related to distribution or specific market runs, which collectors value for completeness or specific editions. If you are a casual collector, stick to the Standard. Serious completists or those prioritizing specific regional editions should be willing to pay the premium for the Newsstand or Canadian copies.
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Captain America #290 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #290 (1984) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $44, and a CGC 8.0 commands $53.
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 | $44 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $53 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of an ungraded copy of Captain America #290?
- An ungraded copy of Captain America #290 is listed with a starting value of $4.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $53, significantly more than the $4 starting price for ungraded copies.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Captain America #290 is valued at $44.