Captain America [Newsstand] #259 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America [Newsstand] #259 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America [Newsstand] #259 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Captain America #259, purchase the Newsstand version at $3. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity; it is simply a slightly more common variant. Buyers prioritizing owning the comic on a budget should choose Newsstand. Those willing to spend the extra dollar for the Standard version are paying for a marginally different, but functionally equivalent, copy.
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Captain America [Newsstand] #259 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America [Newsstand] #259 (1981) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, 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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #259 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is listed for $10.
- How much more is a higher grade worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this issue commands a higher resale value at $30.
- Is this comic considered rare?
- While specific rarity isn't stated, its established price points for different grades indicate market demand.