Sonic the Hedgehog #38 (1996) — Comic Book Value
Sonic The HedgehogWhat Sonic the Hedgehog #38 (1996) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sonic the Hedgehog #38 (1996) value — Ungraded $12 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $27. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want to own it, grab the Standard at $12. The premium versions offer specific collector appeal: Incentive ($64) is the highest tier, Fourdraine ($32) is a mid-tier option, and Cover B ($20) provides a distinct variant. Casual buyers should stick to the Standard editions to save money, while dedicated collectors seeking specific scarcity should invest in the higher-priced versions.
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Sonic the Hedgehog #38 (1996) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #38 (1996) averages around $12. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, and a CGC 8.0 commands $27.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Sonic the Hedgehog #38 is available starting at $11.
- How much does a higher-graded copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this comic is listed for $26.
- Is this comic from the original Sonic series?
- Yes, this item belongs to the Sonic The Hedgehog series.