The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #259 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Incredible HulkWhat The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #259 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #259 (1981) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $24. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.0× raw.
Live on eBay right now
Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version for just $6. The Jewelers ($20) and Standard ($4) versions offer different presentation levels; the Jewelers version implies better packaging or condition. If budget is tight, the Standard is the cheapest entry point. Buyers prioritizing maximum savings should choose Newsstand, while those wanting a more premium presentation should consider the Jewelers version.
▍
Price data verified against · 1
Item details
- Series
- Incredible Hulk
The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #259 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #259 (1981) 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
- Is this comic rare?
- As a newsstand copy, its rarity is tied to its condition, but it is available for collectors seeking a piece of Hulk history.
- What condition is this comic in?
- The comic is ungraded, meaning its exact condition has not been professionally assessed.
- What is the general value expectation for this issue?
- The value is based on its ungraded, newsstand status within the Incredible Hulk series.