Iron Man [Newsstand] #148 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man [Newsstand] #148 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man [Newsstand] #148 (1981) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $31. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Iron Man #148, grab the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $5 offers slightly more premium appeal, likely due to its distribution method or packaging, though scarcity is minimal here. If your goal is simply ownership, buy Standard. If you want the slightly better presentation or feel of the Newsstand release, pay the extra $2.
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Iron Man [Newsstand] #148 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man [Newsstand] #148 (1981) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $31.
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 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $31 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Iron Man issue?
- The ungraded version of Iron Man #148 starts at $18 on JunkPal.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Iron Man #148 is valued at $29.
- Is this a rare comic to buy?
- This is from the Iron Man series, and prices vary based on condition, ranging from $18 to $29.