The Incredible Hulk #253 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Incredible HulkWhat The Incredible Hulk #253 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Incredible Hulk #253 (1980) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $24. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own The Incredible Hulk #253, the Newsstand version at $7 is the cheapest entry point. The Jewelers ($13) and Standard ($4) versions offer different levels of presentation or distribution, though the differences here are minor based on price. Buyers prioritizing the lowest cost should choose the Standard version at $4, while those wanting a slightly nicer presentation should opt for the Jewelers version.
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The Incredible Hulk #253 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Incredible Hulk #253 (1980) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $24.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded copy of Incredible Hulk #253 is available starting at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Incredible Hulk #253 is currently listed for $27.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases with condition; a Grade 6.0 sells for $16 compared to the ungraded starting price of $5.
