Defenders #12 (1974) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #12 (1974) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #12 (1974) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $29 · Grade 8.0 $45. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Defenders #12 (1974), grab the Standard version listed at $4. The other Standard versions at $5 and $7 offer no tangible difference in the card itself, as all are labeled Standard. Therefore, if you simply want the card, the $4 option is the clear choice for saving money.
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Defenders #12 (1974) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #12 (1974) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $29, and a CGC 8.0 commands $45.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $29 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $45 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Defenders #12?
- The ungraded copy of Defenders #12 starts at a value of $7.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #12 sells for $45.
- Is the ungraded version of Defenders #12 worth buying?
- The ungraded version is available, but consider the $26 price point for a Grade 6.0 for better assurance.