Defenders #79 (1980) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #79 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #79 (1980) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Defenders #79 (1980), grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $3 is the absolute lowest entry point. The difference between these two is primarily in distribution and initial availability, not significant collectible premium. If budget is key, buy the Standard. If you want the slightly more accessible, higher-tier print run, the Newsstand is the choice.
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Defenders #79 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #79 (1980) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded version has an unlisted price, but a Grade 6.0 is $12 and a Grade 8.0 is $30.
- Which grade offers the best value for Defenders #79?
- The Grade 6.0 is available for $12, offering a lower entry point compared to the Grade 8.0 at $30.
- Is this card part of a specific series?
- Yes, this card belongs to the Defenders series.