Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #278 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #278 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #278 (1985) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own Fantastic Four #278, grab the Newsstand or Standard version for only $5. The Jeweler version at $19 commands a premium due to its superior presentation, likely involving higher-grade packaging or a more desirable edition. Casual collectors should stick to the $5 options to save money, while serious collectors willing to spend the extra $14 for the Jeweler version are investing in a higher-tier collectible.
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Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #278 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #278 (1985) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
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 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price range for Fantastic Four #278?
- The ungraded copy is listed at $5, and a Grade 8.0 copy is priced at $24.
- Is the 6.0 grade worth buying?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Fantastic Four #278 is available for $15.
- How does the condition affect the price?
- The price increases with condition; for example, a Grade 8.0 copy is $24 compared to the ungraded $5.