The Spectacular Spider-Man #197 (1993) — Comic Book Value
Spectacular Spider ManWhat The Spectacular Spider-Man #197 (1993) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Spectacular Spider-Man #197 (1993) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard version at $5 is technically cheaper, but the Newsstand designation often implies a specific, perhaps slightly different, distribution or packaging that collectors value. If you just want the book, buy the Standard. If you are chasing a specific collectible variant, pay the slight premium for the Newsstand.
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The Spectacular Spider-Man #197 (1993) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Spectacular Spider-Man #197 (1993) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the lowest price I can get for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Spectacular Spider-Man #197 is listed for $5.
- How much is a higher-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Spectacular Spider-Man #197 sells for $19.
- Is this comic rare?
- While specific rarity isn't detailed, it is part of the Spectacular Spider Man series and available in various conditions.