Defenders #85 (1980) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #85 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #85 (1980) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $40. 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?
If you just want the card, grab the Standard version for $2. The Newsstand version at $7 offers slightly more appeal, likely due to its original distribution or packaging, though the difference is minor here. Save your money and buy the Standard unless you specifically want the Newsstand version for its slight premium.
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Defenders #85 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #85 (1980) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $40.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $40 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this card?
- The ungraded version of Defenders #85 starts at a price point of $10.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A card graded at 8.0 for Defenders #85 is valued at $60.
- Is the ungraded condition still worth buying?
- Yes, the ungraded card is available for purchase, offering entry into this collectible series.