ROM #40 (1983) — Comic Book Value
RomWhat ROM #40 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
ROM #40 (1983) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, grab the Direct version at $4. The Newsstand version at $16 offers a higher perceived collectibility, likely due to its wider initial distribution or specific packaging, while the Standard version sits in the middle. Buyers prioritizing owning the item cheaply should choose Direct, whereas collectors seeking the most premium presentation should invest in the Newsstand.
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ROM #40 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of ROM #40 (1983) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, 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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for ROM #40?
- The ungraded version of ROM #40 is currently valued at $7.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $50, which is significantly higher than the $7 price for ungraded.
- Is the value difference between Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0 substantial?
- Yes, the difference is substantial; a Grade 6.0 is valued at $20, while the Grade 8.0 is worth $50.