Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #172 (1984) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #172 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #172 (1984) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $34. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Marvel Tales #172, the Newsstand version at $9 is the cheapest option. The Jewelers ($28) and Standard ($7) versions offer different presentation or rarity levels; the Jewelers version likely has superior packaging or condition. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard or Newsstand to save money, while serious collectors seeking a premium presentation should invest in the Jewelers copy.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #172 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #172 (1984) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $34.
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 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $34 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Marvel Tales #172 is listed for $9.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Marvel Tales #172 sells for $34.
- Is the condition important for the price difference?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with condition; a 6.0 is $22 compared to the ungraded price.