Marvel Tales #186 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #186 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #186 (1986) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $25. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Marvel Tales #186, purchase the Standard version for $6. The Newsstand version at $20 offers a slight premium, likely in terms of original distribution or perceived collectibility, though scarcity isn't the primary driver here. Collectors prioritizing budget should stick to the Standard. Those seeking the slightly more desirable Newsstand copy should allocate the extra $14.
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Marvel Tales #186 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #186 (1986) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, 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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #186?
- An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #186 is currently valued starting at $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $23, which is significantly more than the ungraded starting price of $5.
- What is the listed price for a Grade 6.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Marvel Tales #186 is listed with a resale value of $14.