Ghost Rider [Newsstand] #38 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Ghost RiderWhat Ghost Rider [Newsstand] #38 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Ghost Rider [Newsstand] #38 (1979) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $24 · Grade 8.0 $65. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.3× 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 [Newsstand] #38 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Ghost Rider [Newsstand] #38 (1979) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $24, and a CGC 8.0 commands $65.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $65 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of this comic in ungraded condition?
- The ungraded version of Ghost Rider #38 is currently valued around $7.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $65, significantly higher than the $7 ungraded price.
- Is there a noticeable price difference between a 6.0 and an 8.0?
- Yes, the price jumps from $21 for a Grade 6.0 to $65 for a Grade 8.0.