The most expensive Deadpool comic isNew Mutants #98 in CGC 9.9, sold for more than $12,000 at auction. In CGC 9.8, the newsstand edition of this same issue regularly reaches $5,000-7,000. The record for Circle Chase #1 in CGC 9.9 exceeds $1,500.
The high-end Deadpool comic book market is dominated by a small number of key issues whose value has exploded thanks to the convergence of three factors: high-grade rarity, cinematic popularity, and first-appearance status. Unlike other franchises where dozens of issues fetch stratospheric prices, the Deadpool universe focuses its value on 5 to 10 truly exceptional issues.
This ranking details the most expensive Deadpool comics ever sold, with verifiable auction data and analysis of the factors that justify those prices. Each entry includes the latest known sales and a trend projection.
New Mutants #98: the undisputed king
CGC 9.9:The absolute holy grail. With less than 5 copies listed in the CGC census at this grade, a New Mutants #98 in 9.9 is a unicorn. The latest known sales exceed $12,000, and some collectors estimate that an example auctioned in 2026 could reach $15,000 given inflation in the high-end market.
CGC 9.8 Newsstand:The newsstand version (distributed on newsstands with a UPC barcode) of New Mutants #98 is significantly rarer than the direct edition (sold in comic shops). The estimated ratio is 15-20% newsstand / 80-85% direct for this issue. In CGC 9.8, newsstand sales range between $5,000 and $7,500, compared to $2,800-4,500 for the direct edition.
CGC 9.8 Direct:The most common edition but which remains a major trophy piece. The CGC census lists around 4,500 copies in 9.8 (out of more than 12,000 submissions), which makes it an accessible comic but not abundant in high grade. Latest sales: $2,800-4,500 depending on period and platform.
CGC 9.8 Signature Series (signed Rob Liefeld):A CGC 9.8 SS example signed by designer Rob Liefeld commands a 30-50% premium over the standard. Count on $4,000-6,500 for an SS Liefeld, and over $7,000 for a double signature Liefeld + Nicieza.
Deadpool: The Circle Chase #1 — the surprise of the market
Deadpool's first solo title published in 1993, Circle Chase #1 has long been undervalued compared to New Mutants #98. Its recent rise reflects the maturity of the Deadpool market which is no longer limited to first appearance alone.
CGC 9.9:Extremely rare, with sales in excess of $1,500. The CGC census only lists a handful of copies at this grade, making any transaction a market event.
CGC 9.8:Between $150 and $300 for the standard edition. Demand has been steadily increasing since 2020, with an average annual appreciation of 15-25%. The quality-price ratio is excellent for a first solo title.
Deadpool #1 (1997) — the seminal series
The first issue of the ongoing series that defined Deadpool for the next 25 years. Joe Kelly on script and Ed McGuinness on drawings produce a seminal issue whose value reflects its historical importance.
CGC 9.8:$400-700 for standard direct edition. The newsstand version, much rarer at that time (the newsstand ratio decreased sharply in 1997), reached $1,000-1,500 in CGC 9.8.
CGC 9.8 Signature Series:Signed by Joe Kelly, these examples sell for between $800 and $1,200. The Kelly + McGuinness combination is the most sought after and can exceed $1,500.
Other four-digit numbers
X-Force #2 (1991, CGC 9.8 Newsstand):Second appearance of Deadpool. The newsstand edition in CGC 9.8 is rare and trades between $400 and $800. The direct version remains more accessible at $100-200 in 9.8.
New Mutants #98 CGC 9.6 Newsstand:For those who cannot afford 9.8, the newsstand version in 9.6 represents a compromise at $1,500-2,500. It’s a number that remains in constant demand.
Deadpool #1 (1994 miniseries, CGC 9.8):Second solo mini-series, written by Mark Waid. In CGC 9.8, this number reaches $200-400. The newsstand version can double this price but transactions are rare (low liquidity).
Uncanny X-Force #1 (2010, CGC 9.8 variant):Some rare variants (1:100 sketch cover) exceed $500 in CGC 9.8. Standard coverage remains accessible at $100-180.
Trends and outlook
The market for expensive Deadpool comics has shown remarkable resilience. Even during the 2022-2023 corrections that hit the modern comics market, New Mutants #98 only lost 15-20% from its peak, compared to 30-50% for many other key issues. This stability is explained by the diversified base of collectors (fans of the character, investors, New Mutants completists) and by the MCU cinematic pipeline.
The trend for 2026-2028 remains upward for higher grades (9.6+) and rare variants (newsstand). The mid-grades (7.0-8.5) of New Mutants #98 currently offer the best relative upside potential, as they have yet to catch up with high-grade inflation.
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