Defenders #138 (1984) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #138 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #138 (1984) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $22. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version at $3. The Standard version at $2 is the most budget-friendly option available. Since there are no significant differences in scarcity or edition between these two, the Standard version offers the best value for a casual collector. If you only want the card and not the absolute lowest price, the Newsstand version is marginally more expensive.
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Defenders #138 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #138 (1984) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $22.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Defenders comic?
- The ungraded version is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $9.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #138 (1984) can be found for $16.
- Is the condition important for the value of this issue?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts price; a Grade 6.0 is $9, while an 8.0 is $16.