Jonah Hex #42 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Jonah HexWhat Jonah Hex #42 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Jonah Hex #42 (1980) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Jonah Hex #42, buy the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $14 offers a premium, likely due to its original distribution method, while the $8 Standard version might be slightly better preserved. Collectors prioritizing rarity or display should pay for the Newsstand. Casual buyers focused on the content should stick to the $3 Standard option to save money.
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- Jonah Hex
Jonah Hex #42 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Jonah Hex #42 (1980) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Jonah Hex #42?
- The ungraded version of Jonah Hex #42 starts at $3.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this comic?
- A comic graded at 8.0 is currently valued at $23.
- Is this comic worth buying if I don't know the exact grade?
- Ungraded copies are available for $3, offering an accessible entry point into the Jonah Hex series.