Star Wars [Whitman] #1 (1977) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars [Whitman] #1 (1977) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars [Whitman] #1 (1977) value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 6.0 $51 · Grade 8.0 $221. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Star Wars #1 (2015), grab the Newsstand version for $151. Premium versions like Luke Sketch ($631) or Quesada Sketch ($194) offer significant collector appeal through unique sketches or special editions. If budget is key, stick to the Standard ($155) or Newsstand. Serious collectors chasing high-end pieces should invest in the sketches; casual buyers can save with the lower-tier options.
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Star Wars [Whitman] #1 (1977) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars [Whitman] #1 (1977) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about $51, and a CGC 8.0 commands $221.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $51 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $221 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars Whitman #1?
- The ungraded version of Star Wars [Whitman] #1 is currently valued at $18.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $221, significantly more than the $18 ungraded price.
- What is the price point for a moderately graded copy?
- A copy graded 6.0 is available for $51.