Defenders #117 (1983) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #117 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #117 (1983) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Defenders #117, grab the Standard version for around $3. The Newsstand version at $10 offers a slightly different purchasing route, though in this case, the premium doesn't translate to significant added value like unique packaging or scarcity. If budget is the primary concern, stick to the Standard. Otherwise, the Newsstand is a minor step up for a small price increase.
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Defenders #117 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #117 (1983) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded Defenders #117?
- An ungraded copy of Defenders #117 is currently valued starting at $11.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $18, which is $7 more than the starting ungraded price.
- What is the series this card belongs to?
- This card belongs to the Defenders series.