Superman #42 (1946) — Comic Book Value
SupermanWhat Superman #42 (1946) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Superman #42 (1946) value — Ungraded $142 · Grade 6.0 $300 · Grade 8.0 $802. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
SUPERMAN 43 CGC 4.5 VG DC COMICS BOOK LUTHOR SHUSTER SIEGEL POST WWII (1946)eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Teen Titans version for $1. If you want something more substantial, the Standard versions offer a slight step up in condition or desirability. The Meyers version at $4 is a minor collectible bump. Pay up for the Standard versions if you value a better piece, but save your money and stick to the Newsstand or Teen Titans if budget is the priority.
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Item details
- Series
- Superman
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #42
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- September 1, 1946
Superman #42 (1946) comic value
An ungraded copy of Superman #42 (1946) averages around $142. A CGC 6.0 runs about $300, and a CGC 8.0 commands $802.
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 | $142 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $300 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $802 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $99.95 / $280 / $379.99 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of September 10, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $99.95–$379.99 (median $280.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Superman #42?
- An ungraded copy of Superman #42 (1946) is listed starting at $142.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $804, which is significantly higher than the $142 starting price for ungraded.
- Are there specific price points for different grades of this Superman issue?
- Yes, Grade 6.0 is valued at $609, while a Grade 8.0 is valued at $804.