Fantastic Four #42 (1965) — Comic Book Value
Fantastic FourWhat Fantastic Four #42 (1965) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Fantastic Four #42 (1965) value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 6.0 $61 · Grade 8.0 $143. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Allred version at $3. The Newsstand ($6) and Silva ($5) versions offer slight variations in printing or packaging, while the higher-priced Standard versions ($19, $4, $3) represent different print runs or condition tiers. If you only want the book, buy the Allred. If you seek a specific, potentially more desirable print run, pay more for the Standard versions.
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Fantastic Four #42 (1965) comic value
An ungraded copy of Fantastic Four #42 (1965) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about $61, and a CGC 8.0 commands $143.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $61 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $143 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Fantastic Four #42 is currently listed at $23.
- How much more is the Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- The Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $175, significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- Can I find this comic in a lower grade?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is available for $61.