Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #236 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #236 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #236 (1981) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $21 · Grade 8.0 $39. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Fantastic Four #236, buy the Standard version for $4. The Newsstand version at $7 offers slightly better distribution or potential minor cosmetic differences, but the primary difference here is price. Collectors prioritizing ownership on a budget should select Standard. Those willing to pay the extra $3 for the Newsstand version are paying for a marginally different acquisition path, not a significant upgrade in condition or scarcity.
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Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #236 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #236 (1981) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $21, and a CGC 8.0 commands $39.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $39 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the expected value of an ungraded Fantastic Four #236?
- An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four #236 is currently valued at $8.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $40, which is significantly higher than the $8 ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A copy of Fantastic Four #236 graded at 6.0 is listed with a resale value of $21.