Defenders #139 (1985) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #139 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #139 (1985) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $7 · Grade 8.0 $13. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, buy the Standard version for $1. The Newsstand version at $3 offers no significant collectible advantage like unique artwork or scarcity over the Standard version. Therefore, if budget is the primary concern, stick to the Standard. Only pay the extra $2 for the Newsstand if you specifically prefer that version's appearance or packaging.
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Defenders #139 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #139 (1985) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $7, and a CGC 8.0 commands $13.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded copy is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $10.
- How much more is a higher-graded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #139 sells for $17, compared to $10 for a Grade 6.0.
- Is the condition important for the price difference?
- Yes, the difference between the $10 (Grade 6.0) and $17 (Grade 8.0) reflects the impact of comic grading on resale value.