Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #296 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #296 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #296 (1986) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $24. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Fantastic Four #296, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $5 is actually cheaper, offering no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. If your goal is simply ownership, buy the Standard. Only pay more for the Newsstand if you prioritize that specific distribution channel's perceived collectible status over pure savings.
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Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #296 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four [Newsstand] #296 (1986) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $24.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Fantastic Four #296?
- The ungraded version of Fantastic Four #296 is currently priced starting at $8.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A copy of Fantastic Four #296 graded at 8.0 is valued at $29.
- Is there a significant price difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- Yes, the price increases substantially from the ungraded starting price of $8 to $29 for a Grade 8.0.