The Incredible Hulk #261 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Incredible HulkWhat The Incredible Hulk #261 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Incredible Hulk #261 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · 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 5.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own The Incredible Hulk #261, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Jewelers ($25) and Standard ($4) versions offer minor differences, likely in packaging or distribution, but the Jewelers version commands a significant premium for perceived collectibility. If you just want the comic, buy the Newsstand. If you want the best presentation, pay for the Jewelers.
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The Incredible Hulk #261 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Incredible Hulk #261 (1981) averages around $4. 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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value for an ungraded copy of this comic?
- The ungraded version of Incredible Hulk #261 is available for purchase.
- How much does a good condition copy (Grade 8.0) sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Incredible Hulk #261 is listed at $23.
- Is there a lower-priced option if I'm new to collecting?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of the Incredible Hulk series is available for $14.