The Spectacular Spider-Man #40 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Spectacular Spider ManWhat The Spectacular Spider-Man #40 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Spectacular Spider-Man #40 (1980) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, buy the Newsstand version at $5. The Standard version at $5 offers no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy for this specific comic. Therefore, if your goal is simply to own The Spectacular Spider-Man #40 (1980), the Newsstand version is the most economical choice. There is no compelling reason to pay more for the Standard version.
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The Spectacular Spider-Man #40 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Spectacular Spider-Man #40 (1980) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Spectacular Spider-Man #40 is currently listed at $6.
- How much is a higher-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Spectacular Spider-Man #40 is available for $20.
- Is the condition of the comic the biggest factor in its price?
- Yes, the condition heavily influences the price, with grades ranging from $6 (ungraded) to $20 (Grade 8.0).