The Transformers #16 (1986) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #16 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #16 (1986) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own The Transformers #16 (1986), grab the Newsstand version for $5. Premium versions like Jewelers ($35) or RI ($17) offer superior packaging or scarcity, appealing to serious collectors. Casual buyers focused on owning the comic should stick to the Standard ($8-$12) or B ($9) versions to save money, while investors might target the higher-priced editions.
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The Transformers #16 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #16 (1986) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of an ungraded copy of this comic?
- An ungraded copy of The Transformers #16 is currently valued at $9.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $21, making it $12 more than the ungraded price.
- Is there a significant difference in price between the Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0 versions?
- The Grade 6.0 is priced at $20, while the Grade 8.0 commands a slightly higher price of $21.
