New Mutants #78 (1989) — Comic Book Value
New MutantsWhat New Mutants #78 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
New Mutants #78 (1989) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own New Mutants #78 (1989), purchase the Newsstand version for $1. The Standard version at $2 offers no significant upgrade in content, only a slight difference in distribution. If you are strictly looking to own the comic affordably, the Newsstand is sufficient. However, if you seek the slightly better presentation or want to hold a more common version, the Standard is the minor upgrade worth the extra dollar.
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New Mutants #78 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of New Mutants #78 (1989) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for New Mutants #78?
- The ungraded copy of New Mutants #78 is currently listed starting at $5.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A comic in Grade 8.0 condition for New Mutants #78 is priced at $18.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with condition, ranging from $5 (ungraded) to $18 (Grade 8.0).