Marvel Tales #153 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #153 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #153 (1983) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $28. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.7× raw.
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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 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #153 (1983) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Marvel Tales #153?
- The ungraded version of Marvel Tales #153 starts at $8.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Marvel Tales #153 is currently listed for $33.
- Is the value of this comic heavily dependent on its grade?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with condition, moving from $8 ungraded to $33 for a Grade 8.0.