Sonic the Hedgehog #43 (1997) — Comic Book Value
Sonic The HedgehogWhat Sonic the Hedgehog #43 (1997) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sonic the Hedgehog #43 (1997) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, buy the Standard version for $9. The Incentive ($30) and Herms ($4) versions offer different editions or packaging, providing more collector appeal than the base Standard ($11). Casual collectors should stick to the $9 Standard, while serious collectors interested in a specific edition should consider paying the premium for the Incentive or Herms versions.
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Sonic the Hedgehog #43 (1997) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #43 (1997) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Sonic issue?
- An ungraded copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #43 starts at $10.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #43 is valued at $24.
- Are there different pricing tiers available for this comic?
- Yes, pricing varies; a Grade 6.0 copy sells for $17.