Wolverine #188 (2003) — Comic Book Value
WolverineWhat Wolverine #188 (2003) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Wolverine #188 (2003) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Wolverine #188 (2003), purchase the Standard version for $6. The Newsstand version at $11 offers a slight premium, usually indicating it was distributed through newsstands, which can sometimes imply slightly different initial distribution or packaging compared to the standard run. Collectors prioritizing cost should grab the Standard, while those seeking the specific Newsstand designation should pay the extra $5.
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Wolverine #188 (2003) comic value
An ungraded copy of Wolverine #188 (2003) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Wolverine comic?
- The ungraded version of Wolverine #188 (2003) is available starting at $5.
- How much does a higher-graded copy cost?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Wolverine #188 is priced at $15, while a Grade 6.0 is $10.
- Is this comic rare?
- The facts provided list various grades and prices, but do not specify the rarity of the Wolverine #188 (2003) series.