Heavy Metal #3 (1977) — Comic Book Value
Heavy MetalWhat Heavy Metal #3 (1977) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Heavy Metal #3 (1977) value — Ungraded $22 · Grade 6.0 $55 · Grade 8.0 $128. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, grab the Standard version for $17. The premium versions like Shubina ($58) or Alessio ($15) offer different artwork or specific sets, which collectors value for completion or aesthetic preference. Buyers focused on budget should stick to Standard, while those seeking a specific look or higher perceived value should invest in Shubina or Zar.
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Heavy Metal #3 (1977) comic value
An ungraded copy of Heavy Metal #3 (1977) averages around $22. A CGC 6.0 runs about $55, and a CGC 8.0 commands $128.
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 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $55 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $128 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Heavy Metal #3 (1977) is currently valued at $18.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Heavy Metal #3 sells for $128, compared to the ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a mid-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Heavy Metal #3 is listed with a resale value of $51.