Defenders #116 (1983) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #116 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #116 (1983) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version at $6. The Standard version at $3 is the most accessible entry point, but the Newsstand offers a slight premium in immediate availability or packaging appeal, though both are common. If budget is tight, buy Standard. If you prefer the specific Newsstand presentation, pay the extra $3 for that version.
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Defenders #116 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #116 (1983) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this card?
- The ungraded version of Defenders #116 starts at an undisclosed price, but a Grade 6.0 is valued at $17.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #116 is valued at $28, compared to the Grade 6.0's $17.
- Is the condition important for selling this card?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts value; the difference between an ungraded card and a Grade 8.0 is substantial.