Star Wars [Newsstand] #43 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars [Newsstand] #43 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars [Newsstand] #43 (1981) value — Ungraded $14 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $61. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× 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 [Newsstand] #43 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars [Newsstand] #43 (1981) averages around $14. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $61.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $61 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars comic?
- The ungraded copy of Star Wars #43 is currently valued at $16.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $61, significantly more than the ungraded price.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its resale value?
- Yes, the condition is key; a Grade 6.0 sells for $23, compared to the ungraded $16.