Fantastic Four #231 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four #231 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four #231 (1981) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $5 is actually cheaper, offering no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Buyers prioritizing the lowest cost should choose the Standard. Those willing to pay more for perceived value should consider the Newsstand, though the price difference is minimal.
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Fantastic Four #231 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four #231 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price range for Fantastic Four #231?
- The comic is available ungraded for $5, or graded at $15 (6.0) and $18 (8.0).
- Is the 6.0 grade of this comic worth buying?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Fantastic Four #231 is listed for $15.
- How much is the highest graded version of this comic?
- The highest listed grade, 8.0, is priced at $18.