Iron Man [Newsstand] #161 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man [Newsstand] #161 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man [Newsstand] #161 (1982) value — Ungraded $5 · 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 5.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version at $5. The Standard version at $6 offers no significant upgrade in condition or rarity over the Newsstand copy; it's purely a slight price bump. If your goal is simply ownership, the Newsstand is the sensible choice. Only pay the extra dollar for the Standard if you prefer that specific variant's appearance or want a marginally better perceived grade.
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Iron Man [Newsstand] #161 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man [Newsstand] #161 (1982) averages around $5. 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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated resale value for this Iron Man comic?
- The value depends on the condition; an ungraded copy is listed around $6, and a Grade 8.0 sells for $27.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its price?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts the price, as shown by the difference between the ungraded and graded values.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This specific issue belongs to the Iron Man series.