Defenders #101 (1981) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #101 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #101 (1981) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $25. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Defenders #101, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $7 offers no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Therefore, if your goal is simply collection ownership without seeking premium status, purchase the Newsstand. Only pay the extra dollar for the Standard if you prefer that specific variant.
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Defenders #101 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #101 (1981) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $25.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Defenders #101?
- An ungraded copy of Defenders #101 is currently valued around $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $24, significantly more than the $5 starting price for ungraded.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Defenders #101 is listed with a resale value of $16.