Star Wars #21 (1979) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars #21 (1979) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars #21 (1979) value — Ungraded $13 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $71. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest entry, grab the Standard $8 or Action $8 version. The premium versions like Aja Sketch ($40) or Mayhew Virgin ($35) offer unique editions or better condition, appealing to serious collectors. If budget is tight, the Standard $14 is a solid baseline. Save your money unless you specifically want the scarcity or unique art associated with the higher-priced variants.
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Star Wars #21 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars #21 (1979) averages around $13. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $71.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $71 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Star Wars #21 (1979)?
- The ungraded version of Star Wars #21 (1979) is currently listed starting at $14.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $71, significantly higher than the $14 price point for ungraded copies.
- What is the price difference between a Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0?
- The Grade 6.0 sells for $20, while the Grade 8.0 achieves a value of $71.