Iron Man #188 (1984) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #188 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #188 (1984) value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 6.0 $8 · Grade 8.0 $15. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Iron Man #188, grab the Standard version for $2. The Newsstand version at $9 offers a slight premium, likely related to its distribution or packaging, but in this case, the difference is minor. If your goal is simply possession, buy the Standard. If you value the specific Newsstand designation, pay the extra $7, but otherwise, save your money.
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Iron Man #188 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #188 (1984) averages around $2. A CGC 6.0 runs about $8, and a CGC 8.0 commands $15.
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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Iron Man #188 starts at a resale value of $2.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Iron Man #188 is listed with a resale value of $15.
- Is the value consistent across all conditions?
- No, the value varies significantly; for example, an ungraded copy is $2 while a Grade 6.0 is $8.