Sonic the Hedgehog #42 (1997) — Comic Book Value
Sonic The HedgehogWhat Sonic the Hedgehog #42 (1997) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sonic the Hedgehog #42 (1997) value — Ungraded $14 · Grade 6.0 $23 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Sonic the Hedgehog #42 (2021), buy the Standard version for $10. The Incentive version at $40 offers a premium experience, likely through better packaging or edition status, while the Bulmer version at $4 is the most budget-friendly option. Collectors prioritizing investment or display should pay the premium for the Incentive version, whereas casual buyers should stick to the Standard options to save money.
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Sonic the Hedgehog #42 (1997) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #42 (1997) averages around $14. A CGC 6.0 runs about $23, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market value for an ungraded copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #42?
- An ungraded copy of Sonic the Hedgehog #42 is currently valued at $18.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $25, which is $7 more than the ungraded price.
- Is the value difference significant between the available grades?
- Yes, the difference between the ungraded ($18) and Grade 8.0 ($25) shows a clear premium for higher condition.