Star Wars #43 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars #43 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars #43 (1981) value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 6.0 $25 · Grade 8.0 $52. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Action or Lashley version around $5. The Exclusive version at $145 offers a significant premium, likely due to its limited edition status or unique packaging. If you just want the card, the Standard versions at $4 or $7 suffice. Save your money unless you specifically seek the rarity or collectible status of the higher-priced versions.
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Star Wars #43 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars #43 (1981) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about $25, and a CGC 8.0 commands $52.
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 | $52 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the going rate for an ungraded copy of Star Wars #43?
- An ungraded copy of Star Wars #43 is currently valued around $15.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $52, significantly higher than the $15 price point for ungraded.
- What is the price difference between a Grade 6.0 and an 8.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $25, while the higher Grade 8.0 sells for $52.