Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #231 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #231 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #231 (1989) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own Marvel Tales #231, buy the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $9 offers no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity; it is simply a slightly better-graded copy or a different distribution variant. Casual collectors should stick to the Newsstand version to save money, while those seeking the absolute best representation of the comic should consider the Standard copy for a minor price increase.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #231 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #231 (1989) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Marvel Tales #231 is currently valued around $7.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $24, which is $17 more than the ungraded price of $7.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Marvel Tales #231 can be purchased for $16.