Strange Tales #1 (1987) — Comic Book Value
Strange TalesWhat Strange Tales #1 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Strange Tales #1 (1987) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $34. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest entry, grab any Standard: $3 or $4 copy. The premium versions like Lusky: $4 or Annie Wu: $4 offer specific printings or artist variations, which collectors value for completeness or rarity. If you are a casual collector wanting the basic item, save your money. Serious investors seeking specific print runs or higher-grade examples should consider paying for the higher-priced Standard or 2nd Print versions.
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Strange Tales #1 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Strange Tales #1 (1987) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $34.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $34 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Strange Tales #1 is currently listed at $4.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A copy of Strange Tales #1 graded at 8.0 is valued at $34.
- Is the ungraded condition worth buying?
- Yes, the ungraded copy is available for $4, offering an affordable entry into the Strange Tales series.