Captain America #42 (2008) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #42 (2008) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #42 (2008) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $8 · Grade 8.0 $13. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab a Newsstand copy for $4. The Standard versions, priced at $894, $5, and $3, offer better condition or desirability than the Newsstand copies, though the $894 version commands a significant premium for its rarity or quality. Buyers prioritizing budget should stick to the Newsstand options, while those seeking the best collectible value should aim for the highest-priced Standard copy.
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Captain America #42 (2008) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #42 (2008) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $8, and a CGC 8.0 commands $13.
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 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #42 is currently listed at $5.
- How much more is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy commands a higher price point at $14 compared to the ungraded version.
- Is the value significantly different between the grades?
- Yes, the value increases notably, with the 6.0 grade priced at $9 and the 8.0 grade at $14.