Iron Man [Newsstand] #228 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man [Newsstand] #228 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man [Newsstand] #228 (1988) value — Ungraded $3. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version at $4. The Standard version at $7 offers slightly better condition or availability, but neither version possesses significant premium features like unique editions or scarcity. If your goal is simply ownership, the Newsstand is the practical choice. If you value the marginal difference in condition or desire the slightly higher-grade Standard copy, the extra $3 is warranted.
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Iron Man [Newsstand] #228 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man [Newsstand] #228 (1988) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $3 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value of this Ungraded Iron Man #228?
- The current resale value for this Ungraded copy of Iron Man #228 is listed at $4.
- Is the newsstand distribution of this comic important for its value?
- Yes, the newsstand distribution is part of the specific characteristics that define this 1988 Iron Man issue.
- What series does Iron Man #228 belong to?
- This comic belongs to the Iron Man series.