Marvel Tales #228 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #228 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #228 (1989) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $28. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.1× raw.
Live on eBay right now
Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Marvel Tales #228, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $8 offers no significant advantage in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Buyers prioritizing pure ownership should select the Newsstand. Those seeking a slight premium or perhaps a more robust copy should consider the Standard, but the value difference is minimal.
▍
Price data verified against · 1
Item details
- Series
- Marvel Tales
Marvel Tales #228 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #228 (1989) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value for an ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #228?
- An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #228 (1989) is currently listed with a value of $6.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $23, which is $17 more than the ungraded $6 price.
- Is there a mid-range price point for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Marvel Tales #228 is available for $15.