New Mutants #40 (1986) — Comic Book Value
New MutantsWhat New Mutants #40 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
New Mutants #40 (1986) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $42. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Jewelers version at $25 commands a premium due to its specialized packaging and perceived collectibility, while the Standard versions offer incremental value. If you prioritize owning the card cheaply, choose Newsstand. If you seek a more display-worthy piece, the Jewelers version is the investment, but most casual collectors should save their funds.
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New Mutants #40 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of New Mutants #40 (1986) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $42.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $42 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of New Mutants #40 is available, and a Grade 6.0 is listed for $15.
- How much is a high-grade copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of New Mutants #40 can be purchased for $42.
- Is this comic worth investing in?
- Depending on the grade, it offers entry points from $15 (Grade 6.0) up to $42 (Grade 8.0).