The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #256 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Incredible HulkWhat The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #256 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #256 (1981) value — Ungraded $10 · Grade 6.0 $38 · Grade 8.0 $55. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own The Incredible Hulk #256, grab the Newsstand version for only $7. The Jewelers version at $59 offers superior packaging and condition, while the Standard version sits in the middle at $13. Casual collectors seeking basic ownership should choose Newsstand, whereas those wanting a display-worthy piece should pay the premium for the Jewelers edition.
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The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #256 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #256 (1981) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about $38, and a CGC 8.0 commands $55.
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 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $38 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $55 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Incredible Hulk #256 starts at $8.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Incredible Hulk #256 sells for $55.
- Is the condition important for the price?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts value; a Grade 6.0 is priced at $38.