Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #173 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #173 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #173 (1985) value — Ungraded $10. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Marvel Tales #173, grab the Standard version for only $1. The Jewelers ($19) and Newsstand ($10) versions offer superior packaging or perceived rarity over the basic copy. If you are a casual collector wanting the book, save your money on the Standard. However, dedicated collectors prioritizing presentation or a higher-grade piece should pay the premium for the Jewelers or Newsstand editions.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #173 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #173 (1985) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $10 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current value of this ungraded comic?
- The current listed price for this ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #173 is $10.
- Is this issue rare?
- It is listed as a newsstand copy from 1985, which is common for its era.
- What series does this comic belong to?
- This comic belongs to the Marvel Tales series.