Iron Man [Newsstand] #172 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man [Newsstand] #172 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man [Newsstand] #172 (1983) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $25. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Iron Man #172, the Newsstand version at $5 is the cheapest option. The Canadian Price ($49) and Standard ($4) versions offer different value; the Canadian version likely implies a specific regional print or packaging, while the Standard version is the baseline. Buyers prioritizing budget should take the Newsstand, whereas those seeking a specific collectible presentation should consider paying more for the Canadian or Standard variant.
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Iron Man [Newsstand] #172 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man [Newsstand] #172 (1983) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $25.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this Iron Man comic?
- The ungraded version of Iron Man #172 (1983) has a starting resale value of $5.
- How much more does a higher grade add to the price?
- Upgrading to a Grade 8.0 increases the potential sale price to $22, compared to the $13 for a Grade 6.0.
- Is the value of this comic dependent on its condition?
- Yes, the price varies significantly, ranging from $5 for ungraded to $22 for a Grade 8.0 copy.