Marvel Tales #97 (1950) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales #97 (1950) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales #97 (1950) value — Ungraded $149 · Grade 6.0 $495 · Grade 8.0 $4,320. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 29.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Marvel Tales #97, the Standard version for $2 is the cheapest route. The Standard version at $128 represents a premium, likely due to superior condition or packaging, offering a collector-grade piece. Buyers prioritizing collection completeness or investment should pay the premium price, while those on a budget should opt for the $2 Standard copy.
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Marvel Tales #97 (1950) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #97 (1950) averages around $149. A CGC 6.0 runs about $495, and a CGC 8.0 commands $4320.
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 | $149 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $495 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $4,320 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #97 starts at $198.
- How much is a Grade 6.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Marvel Tales #97 is currently valued at $495.
- Can I find a high-grade copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this Marvel Tales issue is listed with a value of $4320.