The Red Badge of Courage #98 (1952) — Comic Book Value
Classics IllustratedWhat The Red Badge of Courage #98 (1952) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Red Badge of Courage #98 (1952) value — Ungraded $12 · Grade 6.0 $78 · Grade 8.0 $203. Prices updated September 2026.
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Value by grade
$12
Ungraded
6.5×
$78
Grade 6.0
16.9×
$203
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 16.9× raw.
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The Red Badge of Courage #98 (1952) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Red Badge of Courage #98 (1952) averages around $12. A CGC 6.0 runs about $78, and a CGC 8.0 commands $203.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $78 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $203 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of The Red Badge of Courage #98 starts at $10.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A copy graded at 8.0 is currently listed for $169.
- Is the condition of the comic a major factor in its price?
- Yes, the price varies significantly; a Grade 6.0 sells for $65 compared to the ungraded price.