Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #198 (1987) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #198 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #198 (1987) value — Ungraded $3. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Marvel Tales #198, purchase the Standard or Newsstand version at $3. Since both versions are priced identically, neither offers a significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity. If your goal is simply acquisition, either is fine. Collectors prioritizing condition or display might pay more for a higher grade, but for basic ownership, the $3 price point is sufficient for both versions.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #198 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #198 (1987) averages around $3. 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.
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What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $3 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for this ungraded comic?
- The current ungraded value for Marvel Tales #198 is listed at $3.
- Is this comic considered rare?
- Based on the provided facts, its rarity cannot be determined, but it is part of the Marvel Tales series.
- What year was this issue published?
- Marvel Tales #198 was published in 1987.