Uncanny X-Men [Jewelers] #221 (1987) — Comic Book Value
Uncanny X MenWhat Uncanny X-Men [Jewelers] #221 (1987) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Uncanny X-Men [Jewelers] #221 (1987) value — Ungraded $338 · Grade 8.0 $500. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own it, grab the Newsstand or Standard version for around $30. The Jewelers version at $90 offers superior packaging and condition, while the 2nd Print at $34 is a slight step up in collectible appeal. Buyers prioritizing affordability should stick to the Standard/Newsstand, whereas those seeking a premium collectible should invest in the Jewelers edition.
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Item details
- Series
- Uncanny X Men
- Issue
- #221
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- January 1, 1987
Uncanny X-Men [Jewelers] #221 (1987) comic value
An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men [Jewelers] #221 (1987) averages around $338. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands $500.
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 | $338 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $500 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $35 / $100 / $649.95 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 29, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $35.00–$649.95 (median $100.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of this comic in ungraded condition?
- The ungraded value for Uncanny X-Men #221 is currently estimated at $94.
- How much more valuable is a high-grade copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this issue is valued significantly higher, at $500.
- Is this comic from a popular series?
- Yes, this item belongs to the highly popular Uncanny X-Men series.