Strange Tales #5 (1952) — Comic Book Value
Strange TalesWhat Strange Tales #5 (1952) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Strange Tales #5 (1952) value — Ungraded $169 · Grade 6.0 $895. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 5.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, purchase the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard versions, priced at $169 and $4, offer better condition or specific printings, though the $4 Standard is a minor step up. Collectors prioritizing immediate ownership should grab the Newsstand. Those seeking a more substantial piece or better presentation should invest in the higher-priced Standard versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Strange Tales
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Issue
- #5
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- February 1, 1952
Strange Tales #5 (1952) comic value
An ungraded copy of Strange Tales #5 (1952) averages around $169. A CGC 6.0 runs about $895, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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 | $169 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $895 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for an ungraded copy of Strange Tales #5?
- An ungraded copy of Strange Tales #5 (1952) is currently valued around $169.
- How much more is a graded copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 6.0 copy is valued at $895, significantly higher than the $169 price point for ungraded copies.
- What series does this comic belong to?
- This comic is part of the Strange Tales series.