Green Lantern #197 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Green LanternWhat Green Lantern #197 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Green Lantern #197 (1986) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $21 · Grade 8.0 $32. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Jewelers version at $25 offers a premium collectible experience, likely with better condition or packaging, while the Standard version sits in the middle at $9. Casual collectors should save with the Newsstand, whereas serious investors or dedicated fans should pay the premium for the Jewelers version.
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Green Lantern #197 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Green Lantern #197 (1986) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $21, and a CGC 8.0 commands $32.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $32 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Green Lantern #197 starts at $6.
- How much is a high-grade copy valued at?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Green Lantern #197 is currently priced at $25.
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and Grade 6.0 versions?
- The ungraded version is $6, while the Grade 6.0 version is listed for $16.