Star Wars [Whitman] #18 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars [Whitman] #18 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars [Whitman] #18 (1978) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $35. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard at $8 or Sprouse at $9. Premium versions like the Exclusive ($125) or Lucasfilm ($16) offer special editions or higher perceived value, though scarcity isn't the main driver here. If you just want the card, save your money. If you want a collectible piece, the Lucasfilm or Exclusive versions are the ones to pay up for.
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Star Wars [Whitman] #18 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars [Whitman] #18 (1978) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $35.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $35 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars Whitman #18?
- The ungraded copy of Star Wars [Whitman] #18 starts at $7.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy selling for?
- A copy of this Star Wars series in Grade 8.0 is listed for $35.
- Is the condition of the comic a major factor in its price?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts value; a Grade 6.0 sells for $22 compared to the ungraded price.
