Star Wars #45 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars #45 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars #45 (1981) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $19. 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?
To simply own Star Wars #45 (2018) cheaply, grab the Standard version for $7. Paying more buys you specific editions; the Renaud version at $39 offers the highest premium, while Christopher Virgin at $24 provides a more collectible variant. Buyers prioritizing ownership should stick to the Standard or Newsstand ($8), whereas those seeking high-end collecting should invest in Renaud or Christopher Virgin.
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Star Wars #45 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars #45 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars card?
- The ungraded version of Star Wars #45 is currently listed starting at $5.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Star Wars #45 card graded 8.0 sells for $32.
- Is the card worth more if it is ungraded?
- While ungraded copies start lower at $5, a higher grade like 8.0 fetches $32.