Star Wars #97 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars #97 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars #97 (1985) value — Ungraded $13 · Grade 6.0 $28 · Grade 8.0 $50. 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 way to own Star Wars #97, purchase the Newsstand version at $12. The Standard version at $13 offers no significant advantage in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Therefore, if your goal is simply collection ownership without prioritizing a slight perceived difference, buy the Newsstand. If you are a dedicated collector seeking the marginally higher-graded or standard release, pay the extra dollar for the Standard.
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Star Wars #97 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars #97 (1985) averages around $13. A CGC 6.0 runs about $28, 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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars issue?
- An ungraded copy of Star Wars #97 (1985) can be found starting at $10.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Star Wars #97 is valued at $50.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases substantially with condition, ranging from $10 ungraded to $50 for a Grade 8.0.