Star Wars [Newsstand] #46 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars [Newsstand] #46 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars [Newsstand] #46 (1981) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $23 · Grade 8.0 $38. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the item, the cheapest option is the Standard version at $4. Premium versions like Exclusive at $39 offer unique editions or packaging, suggesting higher collectibility and scarcity. Collectors prioritizing rarity should pay the premium for Exclusive. Buyers focused on budget should stick to the cheapest Standard or Sprouse versions.
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Star Wars [Newsstand] #46 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars [Newsstand] #46 (1981) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $23, and a CGC 8.0 commands $38.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $38 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars comic?
- The ungraded version of Star Wars #46 is listed for $9.
- How much is a higher-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this issue sells for $37.
- Is the condition important for the value of this comic?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts price; a Grade 6.0 is valued at $23.