Sonic The Hedgehog [Newsstand] #79 (2000) — Comic Book Value
Sonic The HedgehogWhat Sonic The Hedgehog [Newsstand] #79 (2000) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sonic The Hedgehog [Newsstand] #79 (2000) value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 6.0 $25 · Grade 8.0 $31. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Sonic the Hedgehog #79, the cheapest option is the McGrath version at $4. The Standard and Newsstand versions offer better accessibility, while Fourdraine and the other Standard versions likely represent minor variations in condition or printing. Buyers prioritizing the lowest cost should choose McGrath, whereas those seeking a more established version might consider the $25 Standard.
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Sonic The Hedgehog [Newsstand] #79 (2000) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sonic The Hedgehog [Newsstand] #79 (2000) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about $25, and a CGC 8.0 commands $31.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $31 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated resale value of this ungraded comic?
- The ungraded version of Sonic The Hedgehog #79 is currently valued at $17.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $30, which is $13 more than the ungraded price of $17.
- Is the Grade 6.0 worth buying over ungraded?
- The Grade 6.0 is priced at $24, offering a slight premium over the ungraded $17 copy.