Marvel Tales #222 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #222 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #222 (1989) 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 absolute lowest cost to own Marvel Tales #222, purchase the Newsstand version for $3. The Standard version, priced at $4, offers no significant upgrade in content or condition over the Newsstand copy; the difference is minimal. If budget is the primary concern, the Newsstand is the clear choice. Only pay the slight premium for the Standard version if you prefer a specific minor variant designation.
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Marvel Tales #222 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #222 (1989) 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 for an ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #222?
- The ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #222 is available for purchase on the marketplace.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Marvel Tales #222 is listed for $18.
- Is the Grade 6.0 version a good deal?
- Yes, the Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $11, offering good value for this Marvel Tales issue.