Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #288 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #288 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #288 (1986) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× 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 [Newsstand] #288 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #288 (1986) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of Fantastic Four #288?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $19, and a Grade 8.0 copy is listed for $29.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its price?
- Yes, the price difference between the ungraded version and the Grade 8.0 version highlights the importance of condition.
- What series does this comic belong to?
- This Fantastic Four issue belongs to the Fantastic Four series.