Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #230 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #230 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #230 (1989) value — Ungraded $11 · Grade 6.0 $23 · Grade 8.0 $33. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Marvel Tales #230, the Newsstand version at $13 is the cheapest route. The Jewelers version at $51 commands a premium for its superior packaging and condition, while the Standard version sits in the middle at $14. Buyers prioritizing affordability should stick to Newsstand, whereas those seeking investment potential or a display-worthy piece should pay the premium for the Jewelers edition.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #230 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #230 (1989) averages around $11. A CGC 6.0 runs about $23, and a CGC 8.0 commands $33.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $33 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales #230 starts at $11.
- How much is a comic graded 8.0 worth?
- A Marvel Tales #230 graded 8.0 sells for $32.
- What is the price range for this issue?
- The value ranges from $11 (ungraded) up to $32 for a Grade 8.0.