Punisher War Journal [Newsstand] #1 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Punisher War JournalWhat Punisher War Journal [Newsstand] #1 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Punisher War Journal [Newsstand] #1 (1988) value — Ungraded $10 · Grade 6.0 $35 · Grade 8.0 $42. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Punisher War Journal #1, purchase the Standard version for $4. The Newsstand and Standard $10 versions offer negligible advantages in this case, as the 2nd Print at $3 is the cheapest entry point. Paying more for the higher-priced versions buys minimal premium, as scarcity or edition differences are not significant here. Save your money unless you specifically want the most accessible copy.
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Punisher War Journal [Newsstand] #1 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Punisher War Journal [Newsstand] #1 (1988) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about $35, and a CGC 8.0 commands $42.
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 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $35 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $42 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Punisher War Journal issue?
- The ungraded version of Punisher War Journal #1 is listed at $11.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $27, which is $16 more than the ungraded $11 copy.
- Is there a specific price listed for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Punisher War Journal #1 is priced at $25.