Four Color #253 (1949) — Comic Book Value
Four ColorWhat Four Color #253 (1949) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Four Color #253 (1949) value — Ungraded $20 · Grade 8.0 $143. Prices updated August 2026.
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Four Color #253 (1949) comic value
An ungraded copy of Four Color #253 (1949) averages around $20. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $143.
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 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $143 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference in value between ungraded and graded copies?
- An ungraded copy is valued around $21, whereas a Grade 8.0 copy is listed at $143.
- Is the 1949 Four Color #253 a good investment?
- The value increases substantially when the card is graded, moving from $21 to $143.
- Where can I find the current market price for this card?
- You can see the current market prices listed as $21 for ungraded and $143 for Grade 8.0.