Iron Man #144 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #144 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #144 (1981) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $22. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Iron Man #144, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $4 is technically cheaper, but the Newsstand designation implies a specific, potentially different, distribution or packaging that collectors value. If you just want the comic, buy the Standard. If you want the specific Newsstand variant, pay the slightly higher price.
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Iron Man #144 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #144 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $22.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- The ungraded version has a different market value than the graded copies, with a Grade 6.0 selling for $14 and Grade 8.0 for $22.
- Is the Grade 8.0 a good investment for Iron Man fans?
- With a Grade 8.0 listed at $22, it represents a solid, established value for this Iron Man series comic.
- What is the lowest listed price for this comic?
- The lowest listed price is for the ungraded copy, and a Grade 6.0 is available for $14.