Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #242 (1990) — Comic Book Value
Marvel TalesWhat Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #242 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #242 (1990) value — Ungraded $2. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, purchase the Newsstand version for $1. The Standard version at $3 offers no significant advantage in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. If your goal is simply collection completion without high investment, buy the Newsstand. If you prefer the slightly better presentation of the Standard, the extra $2 is a minor premium for a marginally different distribution method.
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Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #242 (1990) comic value
An ungraded copy of Marvel Tales [Newsstand] #242 (1990) averages around $2. 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.
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What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $2 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current value of this Ungraded Marvel Tales #242?
- The current listing price for this Ungraded copy is available on the marketplace.
- Is this comic rare within the Marvel Tales series?
- While specific rarity data isn't provided, it is a collectible from the Marvel Tales series.
- What condition is this comic in?
- This item is listed as Ungraded.