Silver Surfer [Newsstand] #42 (1990) — Comic Book Value
Silver SurferWhat Silver Surfer [Newsstand] #42 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Silver Surfer [Newsstand] #42 (1990) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $35. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own the Silver Surfer #42 (1990), buy the Newsstand version for $4. The Standard version also costs $4, offering no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. If your goal is just ownership at the lowest cost, choose either version. Collectors prioritizing a slight difference or wanting the "standard" presentation can choose Standard, but for pure savings, both are equal.
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Silver Surfer [Newsstand] #42 (1990) comic value
An ungraded copy of Silver Surfer [Newsstand] #42 (1990) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $35, 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
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $35 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of the Silver Surfer #42 in ungraded condition?
- The ungraded version of Silver Surfer #42 is available for purchase.
- Is a Grade 6.0 condition worth buying for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is listed for $35, offering a defined value for collectors.
- What series does this Silver Surfer comic belong to?
- This comic is part of the Silver Surfer series.