Defenders #98 (1981) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders #98 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders #98 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Defenders #98 (1981), grab the Newsstand version for $9. The Standard version at $4 is the budget choice, but the Newsstand premium offers a slight edge in perceived collectibility or packaging compared to the Standard. Buyers prioritizing pure affordability should stick to the Standard, while those wanting the slightly more desirable Newsstand should pay the extra $5.
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Defenders #98 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders #98 (1981) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
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 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the going rate for an ungraded copy of Defenders #98?
- An ungraded copy of Defenders #98 (1981) is currently valued at $4.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $16, which is $12 more than the $4 ungraded version.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- You can purchase a Grade 6.0 copy of Defenders #98 for $14.