ROM #23 (1981) — Comic Book Value
RomWhat ROM #23 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
ROM #23 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own ROM #23, grab the Standard version for $4. The Newsstand version at $9 offers a slight premium, likely in packaging or distribution, but the core content is the same. If budget is the primary concern, buy Standard. If you want the slightly more desirable presentation, pay the extra for the Newsstand.
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ROM #23 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of ROM #23 (1981) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for ROM #23 (1981)?
- The ungraded version of ROM #23 (1981) is listed with a starting value of $4.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this ROM worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of ROM #23 (1981) commands a resale value of $50.
- Is there a significant price jump between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the price increases substantially, moving from $4 for ungraded to $50 for a Grade 8.0.