Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #252 (1989) — Comic Book Value

Uncanny X Men

What Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #252 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).

Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #252 (1989) value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 6.0 $9 · Grade 8.0 $15. Prices updated August 2026.

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$2
Ungraded
4.5×
$9
Grade 6.0
7.5×
$15
Grade 8.0

Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.5× raw.

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Which version do you have?

For the lowest cost, grab the Newsstand version at $5. The Jewelers ($19) and Standard ($5) versions offer slight variations, but in this case, the premium is minor. If you simply want the comic, the Newsstand is sufficient. Pay up for Jewelers if you prioritize a slightly nicer presentation, but most collectors should save their money and stick with the budget options.

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Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #252 (1989) comic value

An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #252 (1989) averages around $2. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9, and a CGC 8.0 commands $15.

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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Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$2eBay sold comps
Grade 6.0$9eBay sold comps
Grade 8.0$15eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the price range for Uncanny X-Men #252?
The price varies by condition; it is $14 for a Grade 6.0 and $21 for a Grade 8.0.
Is the ungraded copy of this comic available?
Yes, the Uncanny X-Men #252 is available in ungraded condition.
What series is this comic from?
This specific issue belongs to the Uncanny X Men series.

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