Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #256 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #256 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #256 (1983) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $29. Prices updated September 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 lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version at $6. The Standard version at $5 is the cheapest way to own it, offering no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Collectors prioritizing the lowest entry point should opt for the Standard version. Those seeking a slight premium for a potentially cleaner copy or specific retail packaging might consider the Newsstand, but the value difference is minimal.
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Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #256 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #256 (1983) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $29.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $29 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Fantastic Four #256 is currently priced at $7.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A comic graded at 8.0 for this series is valued at $29.
- Does the condition significantly affect the price?
- Yes, the price increases from the $7 ungraded listing to $29 for a Grade 8.0 copy.