The Spectacular Spider-Man #157 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Spectacular Spider ManWhat The Spectacular Spider-Man #157 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Spectacular Spider-Man #157 (1989) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $17. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want The Spectacular Spider-Man #157, grab the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $8 offers no significant difference in the comic itself, primarily reflecting its original distribution method. Buyers prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should choose Standard, while those willing to spend more are paying for the Newsstand designation, which is a minor distinction here.
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- Spectacular Spider Man
The Spectacular Spider-Man #157 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Spectacular Spider-Man #157 (1989) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $17.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is listed for $11.
- How much more is the higher-graded version?
- The Grade 8.0 copy is priced at $18, which is $7 more than the Grade 6.0.
- What series is this comic from?
- This comic belongs to the Spectacular Spider Man series.