Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #261 (1990) — Comic Book Value
Uncanny X MenWhat Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #261 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #261 (1990) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $42. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Uncanny X-Men #261 (1990), grab the Standard or Newsstand version for $5. Since both versions are listed at the same price, there is no premium benefit in upgrading; they offer identical value. If your goal is simply ownership, buy either version. Only pay more if you require a specific, unlisted condition or edition not reflected in these basic pricing tiers.
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Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #261 (1990) comic value
An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #261 (1990) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $42.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $42 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Uncanny X-Men #261 starts at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Uncanny X-Men #261 is valued at $42.
- Is the value consistent across all conditions?
- No, the value varies significantly, ranging from $5 for ungraded to $42 for a Grade 8.0.