Marvel Tales #173 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #173 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #173 (1985) value — Ungraded $1 · Grade 6.0 $7 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 50.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Marvel Tales #173, grab the Standard version for only $1. The Jewelers ($19) and Newsstand ($10) versions offer superior packaging or perceived rarity over the basic copy. If you are a casual collector wanting the book, save your money on the Standard. However, dedicated collectors prioritizing presentation or a higher-grade piece should pay the premium for the Jewelers or Newsstand editions.
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Marvel Tales #173 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #173 (1985) averages around $1. A CGC 6.0 runs about $7, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
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 | $1 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of this comic in ungraded condition?
- The ungraded version of Marvel Tales #173 is currently valued at $1.
- How much more valuable is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $50, making it significantly more valuable than the ungraded price of $1.
- Are there different price points for this Marvel Tales issue?
- Yes, the pricing varies from $1 for ungraded to $50 for a Grade 8.0 copy.