Conan the Barbarian #242 (1991) — Comic Book Value
Conan The BarbarianWhat Conan the Barbarian #242 (1991) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Conan the Barbarian #242 (1991) value — Ungraded $24 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $32. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Conan the Barbarian #242, purchase the Newsstand version at $23. The Standard version at $28 offers no significant difference in content, only a slight price premium. Collectors prioritizing absolute budget should grab the Newsstand copy. Those seeking a slightly better condition or just preferring the Standard designation should pay the extra five dollars.
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Conan the Barbarian #242 (1991) comic value
An ungraded copy of Conan the Barbarian #242 (1991) averages around $24. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, and a CGC 8.0 commands $32.
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 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $32 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded copy of Conan #242?
- An ungraded copy of Conan The Barbarian #242 sells for approximately $25.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $34, which is $9 more than the ungraded price.
- What are the available prices for this Conan series issue?
- The prices range from $22 for a Grade 6.0 to $34 for a Grade 8.0.