Heavy Metal #285 (2017) — Comic Book Value
Heavy MetalWhat Heavy Metal #285 (2017) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Heavy Metal #285 (2017) value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 8.0 $40. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want the card, buy the Gric version for $13. The Jean ($20) and Standard ($18) versions offer slight variations, likely in printing or minor aesthetic differences, but the main draw of these premium versions is usually perceived collectibility over the base Gric. Save your money with Gric unless you specifically want the Jean or Standard for a niche collection focus.
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Heavy Metal #285 (2017) comic value
An ungraded copy of Heavy Metal #285 (2017) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $40.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $40 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded copy is listed at $18, while the Grade 8.0 version is available for $40.
- Is this issue common or rare?
- The provided facts do not specify the rarity of Heavy Metal #285.
- What condition does the Grade 8.0 copy have?
- The Grade 8.0 copy has been professionally graded and is available for $40.