New Mutants [Newsstand] #40 (1986) — Comic Book Value
New MutantsWhat New Mutants [Newsstand] #40 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
New Mutants [Newsstand] #40 (1986) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $24. 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?
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 [Newsstand] #40 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of New Mutants [Newsstand] #40 (1986) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $24.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the expected resale value for an ungraded copy of New Mutants #40?
- The resale value for this item is listed as $2 for the ungraded copy.
- Is New Mutants #40 a rare comic book?
- Based on the provided facts, the item is listed as an ungraded copy of the series.
- What year was New Mutants #40 published?
- New Mutants #40 was published in 1986.