Star Wars [Newsstand] #42 (1980) — Comic Book Value
Star WarsWhat Star Wars [Newsstand] #42 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Wars [Newsstand] #42 (1980) value — Ungraded $91 · Grade 6.0 $126 · Grade 8.0 $162. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Standard version listed at $3. Premium versions like the Newsstand ($90) or Mile High ($39) offer specific collectible editions or packaging variations. If you just want the card, the cheapest option is best. However, serious collectors seeking specific scarcity or unique printings should pay more for the higher-priced variants.
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Star Wars [Newsstand] #42 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Wars [Newsstand] #42 (1980) averages around $91. A CGC 6.0 runs about $126, and a CGC 8.0 commands $162.
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 | $91 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $126 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $162 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Wars comic?
- The ungraded version of Star Wars #42 (1980) is listed at $98.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $172, which is $74 more than the ungraded price.
- What is the price range for Star Wars #42 depending on condition?
- Prices range from $98 for ungraded to $172 for a Grade 8.0 copy.