The Transformers #79 (1991) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #79 (1991) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #79 (1991) value — Ungraded $27 · Grade 6.0 $45 · Grade 8.0 $54. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.0× raw.
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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 (1991) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #79 (1991) averages around $27. A CGC 6.0 runs about $45, and a CGC 8.0 commands $54.
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 | $27 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $45 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $54 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Transformers #79?
- The ungraded copy of Transformers #79 is currently listed at $26.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $48, which is $22 more than the ungraded price.
- Is there a mid-grade option available for this Transformers comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Transformers #79 is available for $40.
