Marvel Tales #198 (1987) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #198 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #198 (1987) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $17. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Marvel Tales #198, purchase the Standard or Newsstand version at $3. Since both versions are priced identically, neither offers a significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity. If your goal is simply acquisition, either is fine. Collectors prioritizing condition or display might pay more for a higher grade, but for basic ownership, the $3 price point is sufficient for both versions.
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Marvel Tales #198 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #198 (1987) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, and a CGC 8.0 commands $17.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price range for Marvel Tales #198?
- The ungraded version is priced at $5, while a Grade 8.0 copy is listed for $18.
- Is the Grade 6.0 copy worth buying?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Marvel Tales #198 is available for $11.
- How does the condition affect the price of this comic?
- The price increases significantly with condition, moving from $5 ungraded to $18 for a Grade 8.0.