G.I. Combat #242 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Gi CombatWhat G.I. Combat #242 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
G.I. Combat #242 (1982) value — Ungraded 4,33 € · $5 · Grade 6.0 12,14 € · $14 · Grade 8.0 20,81 € · $24. Prices updated Juli 2026.
Converted from USD at the ECB reference rate — sold comps are US-market sales.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.8× raw.Chart values in USD
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own a G.I. Combat #242, the Newsstand version at $10 is the cheapest entry point. The Standard version at $5 is even more budget-friendly for basic ownership. However, the Newsstand version offers a slight premium in terms of distribution or packaging compared to the Standard. Buyers prioritizing absolute savings should choose the Standard, while those seeking the slight bump in collectible status should opt for the Newsstand.
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- PriceCharting — G.I. Combat #242 (1982) (Gi Combat)3,95 € · $4.56
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G.I. Combat #242 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of G.I. Combat #242 (1982) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $24.
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 | 4,33 € · $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | 12,14 € · $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | 20,81 € · $24 | eBay sold comps |
Häufige Fragen
- What is the starting resale price for G.I. Combat #242?
- The ungraded version of G.I. Combat #242 starts at a resale value of $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 sells for $24, which is significantly higher than the $5 starting price for ungraded copies.
- What is the price point for a moderately graded copy of this card?
- A Grade 6.0 of G.I. Combat #242 is currently valued at $14.