The Transformers #49 (1986) — Comic Book Value

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What The Transformers #49 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

The Transformers #49 (1986) value — Ungraded $14. Prices updated July 2026.

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Which version do you have?

To simply own The Transformers #49 (1989), grab the Standard version for $7. The Newsstand version at $15 offers a premium, likely due to its distribution method, while the other Standard versions at $8 and $14 represent slight variations. Buyers prioritizing the lowest cost should take the $7 Standard. Those seeking the most collectible presentation should pay the premium for the Newsstand copy.

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The Transformers #49 (1986) comic value

An ungraded copy of The Transformers #49 (1986) averages around $14. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the expected resale value of this ungraded comic?
Currently, this ungraded copy is listed for $14, but its final value depends on its actual condition.
Is this comic part of a larger collection?
Yes, it belongs to the popular Transformers series.
What year was this specific issue released?
Transformers #49 was released in 1986.

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