Star Wars #12 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars #12 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars #12 (1978) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $26 · Grade 8.0 $34. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard version for $5. Premium versions like the Immonen Sketch ($39) or Christopher Exclusive ($17) offer unique editions and higher scarcity. If you want a collectible piece with distinct features, pay the premium. If your goal is simply to own the card, stick to the lower-priced Standard or McKone options to save money.
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Star Wars #12 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars #12 (1978) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $26, and a CGC 8.0 commands $34.
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 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $34 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this comic?
- An ungraded copy of Star Wars #12 (1978) currently has a resale value of $10.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $61, significantly more than the ungraded $10 price point.
- What is the price for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Star Wars #12 (1978) is listed with a resale value of $26.