Sub-Mariner #42 (1955) — Comic Book Value
Sub MarinerWhat Sub-Mariner #42 (1955) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Sub-Mariner #42 (1955) value — Ungraded $266. Prices updated September 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a Sub-Mariner #42 (1955), purchase the Standard version for $7. The $266 Standard version represents a premium, likely due to superior condition or packaging, offering a more desirable collectible experience. Buyers prioritizing ownership on a budget should choose the $7 option, while those seeking investment appeal or display quality should pay the higher price for the premium version.
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Item details
- Series
- Sub Mariner
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Issue
- #42
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- October 1, 1955
Sub-Mariner #42 (1955) comic value
An ungraded copy of Sub-Mariner #42 (1955) averages around $266. 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.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $266 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1.99 / $9.99 / $1,210 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 9, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $1.99–$1,210.00 (median $9.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated value of this ungraded Sub-Mariner?
- The current listed price for this ungraded Sub-Mariner #42 is $266.
- Is the Sub-Mariner #42 a rare model?
- It is part of the Sub Mariner series and represents a specific vintage piece from 1955.
- What condition is the watch in?
- The watch is currently ungraded.