Ghost Rider #38 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Ghost RiderWhat Ghost Rider #38 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Ghost Rider #38 (1979) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Ghost Rider #38, grab the cheapest Newsstand version for $6. The higher-priced Newsstand ($9) and Standard ($5/$3) versions offer minor variations in packaging or distribution, not significant collector value. If you are a casual owner, the $3 Standard is fine. Collectors seeking the highest perceived value should target the Newsstand $9, while budget-conscious buyers should stick to the lowest price point.
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Ghost Rider #38 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Ghost Rider #38 (1979) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Ghost Rider #38?
- The ungraded version of Ghost Rider #38 is available for purchase.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Ghost Rider #38 sells for $23.
- Is the value significantly different between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases from $17 for a 6.0 to $23 for an 8.0.