New Mutants #42 (1986) — Comic Book Value
New MutantsWhat New Mutants #42 (1986) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
New Mutants #42 (1986) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $25. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own New Mutants #42 (2012), grab the Newsstand version for $4. The Standard versions at $5 and $4 offer minimal differences in this set, primarily relating to slight variations in packaging or distribution. Buyers prioritizing budget should choose the Newsstand copy, while those willing to spend slightly more for the Standard versions gain negligible collectible advantage.
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New Mutants #42 (1986) comic value
An ungraded copy of New Mutants #42 (1986) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $25.
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 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for New Mutants #42?
- An ungraded copy of New Mutants #42 is available, and a Grade 6.0 is priced at $10.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of New Mutants #42 is currently listed for $25.
- Is the ungraded condition worth buying?
- The ungraded copy offers the lowest entry point, but graded options provide guaranteed condition for specific values.