Marvel Tales #187 (1986) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #187 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #187 (1986) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Marvel Tales #187, grab the Standard version for $4. The Newsstand version at $10 offers a slight premium, usually related to how it was distributed or its original packaging, suggesting slightly higher immediate collectibility. If budget is key, buy Standard; if you want the marginally better presentation, pay the extra for Newsstand.
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Marvel Tales #187 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #187 (1986) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, 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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price range for Marvel Tales #187?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $4, while a Grade 8.0 copy sells for $50.
- Is the Grade 6.0 copy worth buying?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is listed at $12, offering a moderate entry point for collectors.
- How does the condition affect the resale value?
- Condition drastically impacts price; the difference between ungraded ($4) and Grade 8.0 ($50) is substantial.