Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #222 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #222 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #222 (1988) value — Ungraded $3. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost to own Marvel Tales #222, purchase the Newsstand version for $3. The Standard version, priced at $4, offers no significant upgrade in content or condition over the Newsstand copy; the difference is minimal. If budget is the primary concern, the Newsstand is the clear choice. Only pay the slight premium for the Standard version if you prefer a specific minor variant designation.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #222 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #222 (1988) 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 resale value for this ungraded Marvel Tales #222?
- The current resale value for this ungraded copy is $3.
- Is the newsstand condition a major factor in the value?
- Yes, the ungraded, newsstand condition directly contributes to its current $3 resale value.
- Is Marvel Tales #222 a rare find?
- While specific rarity data isn't available, it is part of the Marvel Tales series.