Sub-Mariner #53 (1972) — Comic Book Value
Sub MarinerWhat Sub-Mariner #53 (1972) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sub-Mariner #53 (1972) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $68 · Grade 8.0 $82. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$7
Ungraded
9.7×
$68
Grade 6.0
11.7×
$82
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 11.7× raw.
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Sub-Mariner #53 (1972) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sub-Mariner #53 (1972) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $68, and a CGC 8.0 commands $82.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $68 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $82 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this Sub-Mariner?
- The ungraded condition for the Sub-Mariner #53 starts at $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 Sub-Mariner #53 worth?
- A Sub-Mariner #53 graded at 8.0 is valued at $82.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the value increases significantly from the ungraded price to the higher-graded options.