Iron Man #251 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #251 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #251 (1989) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Iron Man #251, grab the Standard or Newsstand version for $5. Since both versions are priced the same, there is no premium benefit like special editions or scarcity to justify paying more. If your goal is simply collection completion on a budget, either version suffices. Save your money unless you have a specific need for one over the other.
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Iron Man #251 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #251 (1989) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded copy of Iron Man #251?
- An ungraded copy of Iron Man #251 is currently valued at $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is listed for $16, which is $11 more than the ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 version of this comic?
- The Grade 6.0 version of Iron Man #251 is available for $12.