Defenders [Newsstand] #101 (1981) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders [Newsstand] #101 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders [Newsstand] #101 (1981) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $28. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Defenders #101, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $7 offers no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Therefore, if your goal is simply collection ownership without seeking premium status, purchase the Newsstand. Only pay the extra dollar for the Standard if you prefer that specific variant.
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Defenders [Newsstand] #101 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders [Newsstand] #101 (1981) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Defenders issue?
- The ungraded copy of Defenders #101 is currently listed at $13.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $23, which is $10 more than the ungraded price.
- Is the condition a major factor in the price difference?
- Yes, the price increases from $13 (Ungraded) to $23 for the better-graded 8.0 copy.