Defenders #123 (1983) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #123 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #123 (1983) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $28. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version at $4. The Standard version at $6 offers a slightly more desirable collectible status, though both are basic. If you are purely looking to own the card without chasing investment value, the Newsstand is the budget choice. Those willing to spend the extra $2 for the Standard version are paying for the marginally better baseline presentation.
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Defenders #123 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #123 (1983) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this card?
- The ungraded version of Defenders #123 (1983) is currently valued at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #123 sells for $25.
- What is the price difference between ungraded and a low-grade copy?
- The difference between ungraded ($5) and a Grade 6.0 ($16) shows a significant increase in value with grading.