Amazing Spider-Man #42 (1966) — Comic Book Value
Amazing Spider ManWhat Amazing Spider-Man #42 (1966) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Amazing Spider-Man #42 (1966) value — Ungraded $83 · Grade 6.0 $257 · Grade 8.0 $408. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the book, buy the Standard: $4 or Spider-Woman: $4. The premium versions, like the Greg & Tim Hildebrandt Virgin at $27, offer higher artistic merit or specific print runs. Collectors chasing rarity or specific artwork should pay more for the Virgin editions. Casual readers can easily acquire a copy for under ten dollars.
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Amazing Spider-Man #42 (1966) comic value
An ungraded copy of Amazing Spider-Man #42 (1966) averages around $83. A CGC 6.0 runs about $257, and a CGC 8.0 commands $408.
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 | $83 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $257 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $408 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Amazing Spider-Man #42?
- The ungraded version of Amazing Spider-Man #42 is currently listed at $78.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Amazing Spider-Man #42 sells for $416.
- Is there a mid-range price point available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is available for $230.