The Transformers #79 (1986) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #79 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #79 (1986) value — Ungraded $12. Prices updated July 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own The Transformers #79 (1991), grab the Standard version for $17. The Direct ($39) and Newsstand ($35) versions offer premium packaging or distribution status, while the higher-priced Standard ($27) suggests a better condition or variant. Save your money with the cheapest Standard copy unless you specifically want the collector appeal of the Direct or Newsstand editions.
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The Transformers #79 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #79 (1986) averages around $12. 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.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $12 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value for this ungraded comic?
- The current listing price for the ungraded Transformers #79 is $18.
- Is this comic part of a larger Transformers series?
- Yes, this comic belongs to the Transformers series.
- Does the ungraded condition affect the price?
- Yes, being ungraded is a factor in the $18 price point for this item.
