ROM #21 (1981) — Comic Book Value
RomWhat ROM #21 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
ROM #21 (1981) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, purchase the Standard ROM #21 for $3. The Direct version, priced at $2, offers no significant collectible advantage over the Standard, as there is no noted difference in edition or scarcity. Therefore, if your goal is simply to own the item, buy the Direct version for the lowest price. If you are seeking a premium experience, neither version currently justifies a higher price.
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ROM #21 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of ROM #21 (1981) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the ungraded resale value for ROM #21 (1981)?
- The ungraded value for ROM #21 (1981) is listed at $5.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this ROM worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of ROM #21 (1981) is currently valued at $25.
- Is there a price difference between the Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0 versions?
- Yes, the Grade 6.0 version sells for $15, compared to $25 for the Grade 8.0.