The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #242 (1979) — Comic Book Value
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The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #242 (1979) value — Ungraded $4. Prices updated September 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own The Incredible Hulk #242, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $4 is actually cheaper, so that is your best buy if you just want the comic. The difference between these two versions is minimal based on the pricing provided, suggesting the premium version offers no significant collectible advantage in this instance. Save your money and purchase the Standard version.
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The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #242 (1979) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #242 (1979) averages around $4. 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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- Is this copy of Incredible Hulk #242 worth buying ungraded?
- As an Ungraded item, its value is based on its current condition, making it a potential find for collectors.
- What series is this issue from?
- This issue belongs to the Incredible Hulk series.
- Is the 1979 date important for its value?
- The 1979 publication date places it within a specific era of the Incredible Hulk run.