Iron Man #243 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #243 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #243 (1989) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Iron Man #243, grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $4 offers a slight upgrade, likely in condition or packaging, but the difference is minor. If budget is the primary concern, the Newsstand is sufficient. Buyers willing to spend the extra $2 for the Standard version are paying for a marginally better collectible presentation.
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Iron Man #243 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #243 (1989) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the lowest price I can expect to pay for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Iron Man #243 is currently listed around $4.
- How much more valuable is a Grade 8.0 compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $19, significantly more than the ungraded price of $4.
- Is this comic worth investing in based on these prices?
- The price jump from ungraded ($4) to graded ($19) suggests better condition commands a higher resale value.