Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #261 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #261 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #261 (1983) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $32. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Fantastic Four #261, choose the Standard version at $3. The Newsstand version at $4 offers minimal upgrade; in this case, it's primarily a slight difference in distribution, not significant edition or packaging value. Buyers prioritizing budget should stick to Standard, while those willing to spend the extra dollar for the Newsstand version are paying a small premium for a marginally different acquisition route.
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Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #261 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #261 (1983) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, 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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $32 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded copy of Fantastic Four #261 is currently listed at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A copy graded 8.0 is valued at $32 in the current market.
- What is the difference in value between grades?
- The value increases substantially with grade; for example, a 6.0 sells for $15 compared to an 8.0 at $32.