Uncanny X-Men #226 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Uncanny X MenWhat Uncanny X-Men #226 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Uncanny X-Men #226 (1988) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
Live on eBay right now
Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Uncanny X-Men #226, grab the Newsstand version for $2. The Standard version at $3 offers no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. If your goal is simply to acquire the comic, buy the Newsstand. Only pay the extra dollar for the Standard if you prefer a slightly different, though functionally equivalent, copy.
▍
Price data verified against · 1
Item details
- Series
- Uncanny X Men
Uncanny X-Men #226 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men #226 (1988) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, 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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | 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 Uncanny X-Men #226 is available starting at $12.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Uncanny X-Men #226 can be found for $20.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its value?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts the price, with ungraded copies at $12 and a 6.0 at $12.