Strange Tales #16 (1953) — Comic Book Value
Strange TalesWhat Strange Tales #16 (1953) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Strange Tales #16 (1953) value — Ungraded $170 · Grade 6.0 $758 · Grade 8.0 $5,040. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 29.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Strange Tales #16, purchase the Standard version for $3. The $170 Standard version represents a significant premium, likely due to superior condition or specific packaging, offering a much higher level of collectibility. Buyers prioritizing owning the item cheaply should choose the $3 Standard. Those seeking investment potential or top-tier presentation should pay the premium for the $170 Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Strange Tales
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Issue
- #16
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- March 1, 1953
Strange Tales #16 (1953) comic value
An ungraded copy of Strange Tales #16 (1953) averages around $170. A CGC 6.0 runs about $758, and a CGC 8.0 commands $5040.
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 | $170 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $758 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $5,040 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between the ungraded and graded copies?
- The ungraded copy is valued at $170, whereas a Grade 8.0 copy of the same issue sells for $5040.
- Is a Grade 6.0 copy worth buying?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Strange Tales #16 is valued at $758, offering a strong entry point into the series.
- Where can I find the best deal on this issue?
- The best deal depends on your needs; the ungraded copy is the most accessible at $170.