Strange Tales #88 (1961) — Comic Book Value
Strange TalesWhat Strange Tales #88 (1961) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Strange Tales #88 (1961) value — Ungraded $44 · Grade 6.0 $171 · Grade 8.0 $464. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$44
Ungraded
3.9×
$171
Grade 6.0
10.5×
$464
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 10.5× raw.
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Strange Tales #88 (1961) comic value
An ungraded copy of Strange Tales #88 (1961) averages around $44. A CGC 6.0 runs about $171, and a CGC 8.0 commands $464.
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 | $44 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $171 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $464 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value of an ungraded copy?
- An ungraded copy of Strange Tales #88 is currently valued at $44.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $480, significantly more than the $44 ungraded price.
- Is there a middle-ground price point for this issue?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is listed with a resale value of $171.