Playboy #4 (1981) — Comic Book Value
PlayboyWhat Playboy #4 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Playboy #4 (1981) value — Grade 8.0 $85. Prices updated July 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard $6 version. The higher priced Standard versions—$25, $55, $76, and $94—represent incremental quality differences, likely related to condition or minor print variations, rather than significant scarcity. If you only want the image, buy the $6. If you are serious about collecting and want the best representation, pay for the $94 Standard.
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Playboy #4 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Playboy #4 (1981) averages around null. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $85.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 8.0 | $85 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $8 / $20 / $170 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $8.00–$170.00 (median $20.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated resale value for Playboy #4 (1981)?
- Based on its Grade 8.0 condition, the current estimated resale value for this Playboy issue is $85.
- Is the condition of this 1981 Playboy magazine good for collectors?
- Yes, the magazine is graded at 8.0, indicating a good, collectible condition for its age.
- What series does this specific Playboy issue belong to?
- This item belongs to the Playboy series.