Defenders [Newsstand] #79 (1980) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders [Newsstand] #79 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders [Newsstand] #79 (1980) value — Ungraded $4. Prices updated September 2026.
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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 [Newsstand] #79 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders [Newsstand] #79 (1980) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $4 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value of an ungraded copy?
- The current resale value for this ungraded copy is listed at $5.
- Is the Defenders series generally popular for collecting?
- The Defenders series is a known title within comic book collecting.
- What condition is this specific issue in?
- This issue is available in Ungraded condition.