Swamp Thing #42 (1985) — Comic Book Value
Swamp ThingWhat Swamp Thing #42 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Swamp Thing #42 (1985) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $37. Prices updated August 2026.
Series · Swamp Thing
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Value by grade
$5
Ungraded
2.8×
$14
Grade 6.0
7.4×
$37
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.4× raw.
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Swamp Thing #42 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of Swamp Thing #42 (1985) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $37.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $37 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Swamp Thing #42?
- The ungraded copy of Swamp Thing #42 starts at $6.
- How much does a Grade 8.0 copy cost?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Swamp Thing #42 is listed for $37.
- Is the comic available in a lower grade condition?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is available for $16.