Marvel Comics Presents #1 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Marvel Comics PresentsWhat Marvel Comics Presents #1 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Comics Presents #1 (1988) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $25. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Standard: $1 or 2nd Print: $2. The premium versions like Newsstand: $17 or Martin: $13 offer superior condition, distribution, or artist variants, reflecting higher scarcity. Casual collectors wanting the basic item should stick to the $7 or lower options. Serious investors seeking the highest value should target the Newsstand or Martin versions.
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Marvel Comics Presents #1 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Comics Presents #1 (1988) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, 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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current selling price for this comic?
- The ungraded and Grade 6.0 copies are listed for $10, while the Grade 8.0 version sells for $24.
- Is the condition important for the value of this comic?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts value; the difference between the $10 and $24 listings shows this clearly.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This specific issue belongs to the Marvel Comics Presents series.