G.I. Combat #288 (1987) — Comic Book Value
Gi CombatWhat G.I. Combat #288 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
G.I. Combat #288 (1987) value — Ungraded $15 · Grade 6.0 $31 · Grade 8.0 $46. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, buy the Newsstand version for $10, as it is the cheapest way to own G.I. Combat #288. The Standard version at $15 offers a slightly different distribution or perhaps a minor difference in packaging or print quality, though the difference is small. Casual collectors should stick to the Newsstand version to save money, while those seeking the standard issue should spend the extra $5 for the Standard.
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G.I. Combat #288 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of G.I. Combat #288 (1987) averages around $15. A CGC 6.0 runs about $31, and a CGC 8.0 commands $46.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $31 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $46 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded G.I. Combat #288?
- An ungraded G.I. Combat #288 is currently valued at $11.
- How much is a higher-graded version of this card worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of G.I. Combat #288 sells for $35, and a Grade 6.0 is $23.
- Is this card considered a high-value investment?
- While it has established price points, its value depends heavily on achieving a higher grade, with Grade 8.0 at $35.