Marvel Tales #53 (1974) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #53 (1974) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #53 (1974) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$5
Ungraded
2.8×
$14
Grade 6.0
5.2×
$26
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.2× raw.
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Marvel Tales #53 (1974) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #53 (1974) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Marvel Tales #53?
- Ungraded copies of Marvel Tales #53 are available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Marvel Tales #53 is currently priced at $31.
- Is this comic worth buying in ungraded condition?
- Yes, ungraded copies are available, with a Grade 6.0 listed at $17.