Defenders #73 (1979) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #73 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #73 (1979) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $24. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Defenders #73 (1979), grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Therefore, if your goal is simply to own the card, buy the Standard version. Only pay more for a version if you value the specific packaging or distribution method, which is not evident here.
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Defenders #73 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #73 (1979) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $24.
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 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this card?
- The ungraded version is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy can be found for $14.
- How much is a higher-graded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Defenders #73 (1979) is currently listed for $24.
- Is the card available in any condition?
- Yes, the card is available ungraded, as well as graded versions at Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0.