New Mutants #79 (1989) — Comic Book Value
New MutantsWhat New Mutants #79 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
New Mutants #79 (1989) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own New Mutants #79 (1989), grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $3 offers no significant difference in content; the premium versions here are essentially just different distribution channels, not major upgrades in edition or scarcity. If you just want the comic, buy the Newsstand. If you prefer the slightly higher grade or standard packaging, the $1 difference for the Standard is negligible.
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New Mutants #79 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of New Mutants #79 (1989) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for New Mutants #79?
- The ungraded copy of New Mutants #79 is available for purchase.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A copy of New Mutants #79 graded at 8.0 is listed at $18.
- Is there a price difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy sells for $11, compared to the ungraded option.