Iron Man #236 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #236 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #236 (1988) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $9 · Grade 8.0 $32. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Iron Man #236 (1988), buy the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $3 offers no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Casual collectors should stick to the Newsstand version to save money, while dedicated enthusiasts seeking the standard retail presentation might justify the slight premium for the Standard version.
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Iron Man #236 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #236 (1988) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9, and a CGC 8.0 commands $32.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $32 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Iron Man comic?
- The ungraded version of Iron Man #236 is currently listed at $4.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $33, which is $29 more than the ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a mid-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Iron Man #236 is available for $12.