---
title: "Adam Bomb #8a (1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Original Series 1) price, verified sales and population"
url: https://cardvolume.com/non-sport/garbage-pail-kids/1985-adam-bomb-8a/
category: Non-sport & vintage
updated: 2026-09-28
as_of: 2026-11-11
source: CardVolume (https://cardvolume.com)
---

# Adam Bomb #8a (1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Original Series 1): price, verified sales and population

> The 1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids #8a Adam Bomb is a Series 1 sticker and one of the most searched GPK characters. Collectors search for it because the character, grade, back finish, and copyright variation can materially change the comp pool.

## Key facts

- CardVolume lists 17 verified sales of the Adam Bomb #8a (1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Original Series 1) as of November 11, 2026.
- No grade has the 5 verified sales in 90 days needed for a market price; the most recent verified sale was $3,000 for a Glossy back PSA 9 on September 4, 2026 at eBay.
- The highest verified sale on record is $8,975 for a Matte back PSA 10 on January 10, 2022 at eBay.

## Market price by version and grade

Market price = median of at least 5 verified sales in the last 90 days for that exact version, grader and grade. "—" means not enough verified sales.

| Version | Grade | Market price | Sales in window | Last verified sale | Record sale | Population |
|---|---|---:|---:|---|---|---:|
| Matte back | PSA 10 | — | 0 | $5,401 (2024-07-01) | $8,975 (2022-01-10) | 33 |
| Matte back | PSA 9 (OC) | — | 0 | $910.00 (2025-10-27) | $910.00 (2025-10-27) | — |
| Matte back | PSA 9 | — | 0 | $1,900 (2026-08-05) | $1,900 (2026-08-05) | 261 |
| Matte back | PSA 8 (OC) | — | 0 | $323.00 (2025-09-12) | $323.00 (2025-09-12) | — |
| Matte back | PSA 7 | — | 0 | $427.45 (2025-12-28) | $427.45 (2025-12-28) | — |
| Matte back | PSA 6 | — | 0 | $180.00 (2025-09-12) | $180.00 (2025-09-12) | — |
| Glossy back | PSA 9 | — | 1 | $3,000 (2026-09-04) | $3,000 (2026-09-04) | — |
| Glossy back | CGC 9 | — | 0 | $1,250 (2024-10-01) | $1,250 (2024-10-01) | — |
| Matte back | PSA 8 | — | 0 | $749.00 (2026-03-31) | $749.00 (2026-03-31) | 450 |
| Glossy back | PSA 8 | — | 0 | $775.00 (2026-01-18) | $775.00 (2026-01-18) | — |
| Matte back | CGC 8.5 | — | 0 | $315.99 (2026-01-10) | $315.99 (2026-01-10) | — |
| Glossy back | PSA 7 | — | 0 | $499.99 (2026-01-17) | $499.99 (2026-01-17) | — |

## Verified sales

Each sale was confirmed on the linked page by an automated check or an independent second pass.

| Date | Version | Grade | Price (USD) | Buyer's premium | Venue | Source |
|---|---|---|---:|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | Glossy back | PSA 9 | $3,000 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.ebay.com/itm/336761498868) |
| 2026-08-05 | Matte back | PSA 9 | $1,900 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-8a) |
| 2026-03-31 | Matte back | PSA 8 | $749.00 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2026-01-18 | Glossy back | PSA 8 | $775.00 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2026-01-17 | Glossy back | PSA 7 | $499.99 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2026-01-10 | Matte back | CGC 8.5 | $315.99 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2025-12-28 | Matte back | PSA 7 | $427.45 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2025-10-27 | Matte back | PSA 9 (OC) | $910.00 | excluded | eBay via PSA Auction Prices Realized | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) |
| 2025-10-14 | Matte back | PSA 9 | $1,500 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2025-09-12 | Matte back | PSA 6 | $180.00 | excluded | eBay via PSA Auction Prices Realized | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) |
| 2025-09-12 | Matte back | PSA 7 | $250.00 | excluded | eBay via PSA Auction Prices Realized | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) |
| 2025-09-12 | Matte back | PSA 8 (OC) | $323.00 | excluded | eBay via PSA Auction Prices Realized | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) |
| 2025-05-30 | Glossy back | PSA 9 | $2,000 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2024-10-01 | Glossy back | CGC 9 | $1,250 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/fr/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-checklist-8a) |
| 2024-08-08 | Matte back | PSA 9 | $787.00 | excluded | eBay via PSA Auction Prices Realized | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) |
| 2024-07-01 | Matte back | PSA 10 | $5,401 | excluded | eBay via PSA Auction Prices Realized | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) |
| 2022-01-10 | Matte back | PSA 10 | $8,975 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.pricecharting.com/game/1985-garbage-pail-kids/adam-bomb-8a) |

## How to identify each version

- **Matte back**: Original Series 1 #8a Adam Bomb with matte back finish; verify back texture and exact checklist or license back.
- **Glossy back**: Original Series 1 #8a Adam Bomb with glossy back finish; verify back texture and exact back design.
- **One-star/two-star copyright variations**: Check the copyright line and star count on the back; record one-star and two-star versions separately when visible.

**Identity note:** Seed identity is correct, but back finish and copyright-star variations should not be merged when a listing or slab identifies them.

## Why this card matters

PSA CardFacts identifies the item as 1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Stickers #8a Adam Bomb and records frequent PSA sales across grades. The opened source also links the character to the broader Series 1 sticker set, while outside the price table, the market separates Adam Bomb by grade and by back/copyright variation when that evidence is visible. CardVolume should therefore treat Adam Bomb as an exact sticker identity, not merely a character name.

## Identifying the exact version

Start with 1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Stickers #8a Adam Bomb. Then inspect the back: matte versus glossy finish, checklist or license back, and one-star versus two-star copyright notation can matter. PSA's public CardFacts page records the core #8a identity but does not resolve every back sub-variant in the displayed sales table. When a listing provides only the front image, mark the back variation as unknown rather than assuming matte or glossy.

## What moves the price between versions and grades

The opened PSA table shows strong grade separation, with PSA 10, PSA 9, PSA 8, and mid-grade sales appearing in different ranges. Back finish and copyright variation can further separate copies when the source documents them. Condition matters because sticker edges, corners, centering, surface marks, stains, and print defects are visible and grade-sensitive. Use only sold comps for the same #8a version, grade, and known back type; exclude lots and unclear back variants.

## Authenticity checks

Compare against official references; multiple checks; no destructive tests; copied cert numbers exist. For Adam Bomb #8a, verify Series 1, Topps, sticker format, card number, name, back type, and copyright line. Inspect die-cut borders, edges, corners, surface, print quality, and back condition. For slabbed copies, compare the certification record with the holder and item photos. A valid cert lookup is useful, but PSA warns that copied cert numbers exist.

## Common misconceptions

- **Myth:** All Adam Bomb #8a copies are interchangeable. **What the evidence says:** The evidence supports separating grade and, when documented, back finish and copyright-star variants.
- **Myth:** A PSA 10 sale prices every raw Adam Bomb. **What the evidence says:** Raw condition must be inspected; top-grade sales are not raw comps.
- **Myth:** Population equals the number of Adam Bomb stickers printed. **What the evidence says:** Population is a grading-company count, not a print run or survivor census.

## FAQ

### How much did a PSA 10 Adam Bomb #8a sell for?

PSA CardFacts lists a PSA 10 sale at $5,401 on 2024-07-01.

### How much is a PSA 9 Adam Bomb #8a worth?

PSA CardFacts lists a PSA 9 sale at $787 on 2024-08-08 and a PSA 9(OC) sale at $910 on 2025-10-27; the qualifier should be kept separate.

### How much is a PSA 8 Adam Bomb #8a worth?

PSA CardFacts lists PSA 8 sales at $343 on 2025-04-18 and $343 on 2024-06-22, with PSA 8(OC) recorded separately at $323 on 2025-09-12.

### How many PSA 10 Adam Bomb #8a copies exist?

PSA CardFacts displayed 33 PSA 10 copies at access on 2026-09-26; this is a PSA population count, not a print run.

### How do I tell matte back from glossy back?

The direct answer is to inspect the back finish under light and record matte or glossy only when the back is visible; the opened PSA sales table did not establish every sale's back finish.

### Are one-star and two-star copyright versions the same comp?

No; if the copyright-star count is visible or stated, keep one-star and two-star versions separate.

## Sources

1. [1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Stickers Adam Bomb #8a PSA CardFacts](https://www.psacard.com/cardfacts/non-sports-cards/1985-topps-garbage-pail-kids-stickers/adam-bomb-8a/608830) (PSA)
2. [PSA Certification Verification](https://www.psacard.com/cert) (PSA)

## How to cite

> Adam Bomb #8a (1985 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Original Series 1). CardVolume, https://cardvolume.com/non-sport/garbage-pail-kids/1985-adam-bomb-8a/ (accessed 2026-11-11).

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