Iron Man [Newsstand] #144 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man [Newsstand] #144 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man [Newsstand] #144 (1981) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $27. 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 cheapest way to own Iron Man #144, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $4 is technically cheaper, but the Newsstand designation implies a specific, potentially different, distribution or packaging that collectors value. If you just want the comic, buy the Standard. If you want the specific Newsstand variant, pay the slightly higher price.
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Iron Man [Newsstand] #144 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man [Newsstand] #144 (1981) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $27.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Iron Man #144 starts at $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is priced at $25, which is significantly higher than the ungraded starting price.
- Is there a specific price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Iron Man #144 is listed with a resale value of $15.