Excalibur #42 (1991) — Comic Book Value
ExcaliburWhat Excalibur #42 (1991) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Excalibur #42 (1991) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $9 · Grade 8.0 $15. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Excalibur #42, buy the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $8 offers a premium, likely due to its original distribution method, suggesting slightly higher collectibility or packaging. Collectors prioritizing ownership on a budget should stick to the Standard. Those seeking the specific flavor of the Newsstand version should be prepared to pay the extra $5 for that distinction.
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Excalibur #42 (1991) comic value
An ungraded copy of Excalibur #42 (1991) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $9, and a CGC 8.0 commands $15.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for Excalibur #42?
- Ungraded copies of Excalibur #42 start at a resale value of $3.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $15, which is $12 more than the ungraded starting price.
- Does the condition significantly impact the price of this Excalibur?
- Yes, the condition is a major factor; a Grade 6.0 sells for $9, while an ungraded copy is the lowest priced option.