Usagi Yojimbo #5 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Usagi YojimboWhat Usagi Yojimbo #5 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Usagi Yojimbo #5 (1988) value — Ungraded $10 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Usagi Yojimbo #5 (1992), grab the Standard: $4 version. The higher-priced Standard: $19, $10, and $8 versions offer no tangible difference in the comic itself, suggesting the variation is purely in grading or minor print runs. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should opt for the $4 copy, while those seeking a slightly better appearance might justify the small jump to the Standard: $5 or $8.
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Usagi Yojimbo #5 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of Usagi Yojimbo #5 (1988) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price range for Usagi Yojimbo #5?
- The ungraded copy is listed at $10, while a Grade 6.0 copy sells for $22, and an 8.0 for $30.
- Is the ungraded condition worth buying if I plan to grade it?
- Ungraded copies start at $10, but you can compare that to the $30 price for a guaranteed Grade 8.0.
- Which grade offers the best immediate value for Usagi Yojimbo #5?
- For immediate value, the Grade 6.0 copy is available for $22, offering a good balance of condition and price.