Marvel Tales #153 (1956) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #153 (1956) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #153 (1956) value — Ungraded $29 · Grade 6.0 $263. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest entry, grab the Newsstand version for $13. The Jewelers ($17) and Standard ($28) versions offer better presentation or condition, suggesting a more desirable edition than the lowest priced Standard ($5). Casual collectors should stick to the Newsstand, while those seeking a display piece should budget for the Jewelers or Standard options.
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Marvel Tales #153 (1956) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #153 (1956) averages around $29. A CGC 6.0 runs about $263, 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
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $29 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $263 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of this comic ungraded?
- The ungraded value for Marvel Tales #153 is listed at $43.
- How much does a Grade 6.0 copy sell for?
- A copy graded at 6.0 is valued at $263.
- Is the condition of the comic the biggest factor in its price?
- Yes, the difference between the ungraded price ($43) and the graded price ($263) shows condition is a major factor.