Marvel Tales #212 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #212 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #212 (1988) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $21. 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?
If you just want the comic, buy the Newsstand version for $3. The Jeweler version at $16 offers a significant premium, likely due to superior condition or packaging, while the Standard version at $5 is a middle ground. Save your money and grab the Newsstand copy unless you specifically want the enhanced presentation of the Jeweler edition.
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Marvel Tales #212 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #212 (1988) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Marvel Tales #212 is listed for $4.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A copy graded at 8.0 is currently valued at $18.
- Is this comic worth buying if it's in poor condition?
- Even in ungraded condition, the comic retains a low entry price point of $4.