Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #179 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #179 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #179 (1985) value — Ungraded $5. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own Marvel Tales #179, purchase the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $7 offers no significant upgrade in content or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest entry price should grab the Newsstand. Those seeking a slightly more standard presentation, though the difference is minor, can opt for the Standard version.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #179 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #179 (1985) averages around $5. 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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value for an ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #179?
- The current resale value for this Ungraded Marvel Tales #179 is listed at $5.
- Is this comic rare given its 1985 release date?
- While it is from 1985, its rarity is dependent on the specific condition of the Ungraded copy.
- What series does Marvel Tales #179 belong to?
- Marvel Tales #179 is part of the Marvel Tales series.