Excalibur #1 (1988) — Comic Book Value
ExcaliburWhat Excalibur #1 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Excalibur #1 (1988) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $27 · Grade 8.0 $32. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Excalibur #1 (2020), grab the Newsstand or Standard versions for around $5. The Young Sketch at $145 offers a unique, highly desirable piece, while the Young version at $99 provides a better entry point into the premium collectibles. Casual collectors should stick to the budget options, whereas serious collectors seeking high-end editions should invest in the Young Sketch.
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Excalibur #1 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Excalibur #1 (1988) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $27, and a CGC 8.0 commands $32.
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 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $32 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded price is not specified, but a Grade 6.0 is listed at $27, and a Grade 8.0 is $32.
- Is the Grade 8.0 version a better investment?
- The Grade 8.0 version is listed for $32, offering a higher grade than the Grade 6.0 version at $27.
- What is the series this item belongs to?
- This item belongs to the Excalibur series.