Sub-Mariner #40 (1971) — Comic Book Value
Sub MarinerWhat Sub-Mariner #40 (1971) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sub-Mariner #40 (1971) value — Ungraded $11 · Grade 6.0 $36 · Grade 8.0 $67. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a Sub-Mariner #40 (1955), buy the Standard version for $10. The higher priced Standard version at $340 buys you a significantly more desirable piece, likely due to superior condition or provenance, representing a true collector's investment. Budget-conscious buyers should stick to the $10 option, while serious collectors should pay the premium for the $340 Standard.
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Sub-Mariner #40 (1971) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sub-Mariner #40 (1971) averages around $11. A CGC 6.0 runs about $36, and a CGC 8.0 commands $67.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $36 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $67 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this Sub-Mariner?
- The ungraded condition for the Sub-Mariner #40 starts at $9.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 Sub-Mariner valued at?
- A Sub-Mariner graded at 8.0 is valued at $67.
- What is the price difference between ungraded and graded models?
- The price increases significantly from the ungraded $9 to $67 for a Grade 8.0 model.