Defenders #72 (1979) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #72 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #72 (1979) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Defenders #72 (1979), purchase the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $4 is cheaper, but the difference in value suggests the Newsstand might offer some subtle distinction, perhaps related to its original distribution. Buyers prioritizing saving should take the Standard, while those seeking the Newsstand might pay slightly more for that specific variant.
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Defenders #72 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #72 (1979) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Defenders #72?
- Ungraded copies of Defenders #72 are available for purchase on the marketplace.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #72 sells for $50.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the graded versions command higher prices, with a Grade 6.0 selling for $13.