Marvel Tales #142 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #142 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #142 (1982) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $38. Prices updated July 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 absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version at $8. The Standard versions at $54 and $7 offer different levels of desirability; the $54 likely represents a more desirable copy or condition compared to the $7 Standard. Buyers prioritizing owning the comic on a budget should take the Newsstand, while those seeking a more complete or higher-grade Standard copy should budget for the $54.
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Marvel Tales #142 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #142 (1982) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, and a CGC 8.0 commands $38.
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 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $38 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Marvel Tales #142?
- An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #142 is currently valued at $7.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Marvel Tales #142 is listed at $38.
- What is the price point for a moderately graded copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Marvel Tales #142 can be purchased for $21.