Star Wars #81 (1984) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars #81 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars #81 (1984) value — Ungraded $20 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version at $21. The Standard version at $22 offers no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. If your goal is simply to acquire the item, the Newsstand is the practical choice. Buyers prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should opt for Newsstand, while those willing to spend the extra dollar for the Standard version are paying for negligible difference.
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Star Wars #81 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars #81 (1984) averages around $20. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
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 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for an ungraded copy of Star Wars #81?
- An ungraded copy of Star Wars #81 (1984) is currently valued at $26.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $60, which is $34 more than the ungraded value.
- What is the price point for a comic graded at 6.0?
- A Star Wars #81 graded at 6.0 is priced at $17.