Captain America [Newsstand] #256 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America [Newsstand] #256 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America [Newsstand] #256 (1981) value — Ungraded $5. Prices updated September 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version at $5. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Newsstand, making the $1 difference negligible for most collectors. If you are purely collecting and want the absolute lowest entry point, buy the Standard. If you want the lowest price overall, the Standard is the cheapest option available.
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Captain America [Newsstand] #256 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America [Newsstand] #256 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the expected value of this ungraded Captain America comic?
- As an ungraded copy from the Captain America series, its value is based on its condition and market demand for this specific issue.
- Is this a rare issue of Captain America?
- It is part of the Captain America series, but its rarity depends on the specific market demand for this 1981 release.
- What does "Ungraded" mean for this comic's resale value?
- Ungraded means the comic has not been professionally graded, which typically affects its immediate premium resale value.