Swamp Thing #43 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Swamp ThingWhat Swamp Thing #43 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Swamp Thing #43 (1985) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.6× raw.
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Swamp Thing #43 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Swamp Thing #43 (1985) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.49 / $99.99 / $150 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 15, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $2.49–$150.00 (median $99.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the lowest price I can expect to pay for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Swamp Thing #43 is currently listed at $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $23, which is $18 more than the ungraded $5 price.
- Is there a mid-range option for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Swamp Thing #43 is available for $14.