Marvel Tales #230 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #230 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #230 (1989) value — Ungraded $14 · Grade 6.0 $27 · Grade 8.0 $62. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Marvel Tales #230, the Newsstand version at $13 is the cheapest route. The Jewelers version at $51 commands a premium for its superior packaging and condition, while the Standard version sits in the middle at $14. Buyers prioritizing affordability should stick to Newsstand, whereas those seeking investment potential or a display-worthy piece should pay the premium for the Jewelers edition.
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Marvel Tales #230 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #230 (1989) averages around $14. A CGC 6.0 runs about $27, and a CGC 8.0 commands $62.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $62 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #230 is currently listed at $10.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A comic graded at an 8.0 is valued at $62.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases substantially from the ungraded $10 to the Grade 8.0 at $62.