Iron Man #256 (1990) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #256 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #256 (1990) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Iron Man #256, grab the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $4 is the lowest entry point. However, the Newsstand version offers a slight premium in terms of distribution or perceived collectible status compared to the Standard. Buyers focused purely on owning the comic should get the Standard for $4, while those wanting the slightly more recognized Newsstand version should pay the extra $4.
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Iron Man #256 (1990) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #256 (1990) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, 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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Iron Man #256?
- The ungraded version of Iron Man #256 is available, with graded copies starting at $18 for a Grade 6.0.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Iron Man #256 is currently valued at $26.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its value?
- Yes, condition matters; the price increases from the ungraded state to $26 for a Grade 8.0.