Heavy Metal #42 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Heavy MetalWhat Heavy Metal #42 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Heavy Metal #42 (1980) value — Ungraded $20. Prices updated August 2026.
Series · Heavy Metal
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Heavy Metal #42 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Heavy Metal #42 (1980) averages around $20. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated resale value for Heavy Metal #42?
- The ungraded copy of Heavy Metal #42 is currently valued at $20.
- Is this a rare issue within the Heavy Metal series?
- The facts provided do not specify the rarity of this particular issue within the series.
- What condition is the listed item in?
- The item is listed as Ungraded.