Fantastic Four #288 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four #288 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four #288 (1986) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Fantastic Four #288, buy the Newsstand version for only $4. The Jewelers version at $24 offers a premium presentation, while the Standard version at $4 is functionally the same as Newsstand. Casual collectors should stick to the $4 options, whereas serious collectors seeking a display-worthy piece should invest in the Jewelers version.
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Fantastic Four #288 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four #288 (1986) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, 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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Fantastic Four #288?
- The ungraded copy of Fantastic Four #288 is currently listed for $5.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy?
- A copy of Fantastic Four #288 graded at 8.0 can be purchased for $19.
- Is there a significant price jump between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the price increases from $5 ungraded to $11 for a Grade 6.0, showing clear value progression.