Defenders [Newsstand] #81 (1980) — Comic Book Value
DefendersWhat Defenders [Newsstand] #81 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Defenders [Newsstand] #81 (1980) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated September 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Defenders #81, buy the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $5 is the cheapest way to acquire it. Since there are no significant differences in edition or scarcity mentioned, the $1 difference between the two is minimal. If budget is the primary concern, choose the Standard version. If you prefer the slightly higher visibility of the Newsstand variant, pay the extra dollar.
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Defenders [Newsstand] #81 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Defenders [Newsstand] #81 (1980) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded version is listed at $9, whereas the Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $19.
- Is this comic worth buying if I don't need it for collection?
- Given the $9 ungraded price, it presents a low-cost entry point into the Defenders series.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This comic is part of the Defenders series.