New Mutants #81 (1989) — Comic Book Value
New MutantsWhat New Mutants #81 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
New Mutants #81 (1989) value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 6.0 $8 · Grade 8.0 $14. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own New Mutants #81, buy the Standard version for $2. The Newsstand version at $4 offers a slight premium, typically indicating better distribution or packaging, though in this case, the difference is minimal. If budget is the primary concern, stick to the Standard. Collectors prioritizing the slightly higher visibility or condition associated with the Newsstand version should pay the extra $2.
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New Mutants #81 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of New Mutants #81 (1989) averages around $2. A CGC 6.0 runs about $8, and a CGC 8.0 commands $14.
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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price for an ungraded copy of New Mutants #81?
- The ungraded copy of New Mutants #81 is available for purchase on our marketplace.
- How much does a Grade 8.0 copy of New Mutants #81 sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of New Mutants #81 is currently listed for $15.
- What is the starting price for this New Mutants issue?
- The lowest listed price for this series is $9 for a Grade 6.0 copy.