Howard the Duck #1 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Howard The DuckWhat Howard the Duck #1 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Howard the Duck #1 (1979) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $42. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If budget is the main concern, grab the Standard at $13 or 2nd Print at $13. Premium versions like Lim at $342 or Aja at $66 offer significant differences, likely relating to limited edition status or superior condition/packaging. Casual collectors should stick to the lower-priced Standard or Doe Hip Hop, while serious investors should target the Lim or Aja versions for maximum return potential.
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Howard the Duck #1 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Howard the Duck #1 (1979) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $42.
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 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $42 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Howard the Duck #1?
- The ungraded version of Howard the Duck #1 is currently available starting at $6.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Howard the Duck #1 is listed for $42.
- Is this comic worth buying if it's not graded?
- Ungraded copies are available for as low as $6, offering an entry point into the series.