The Punisher #42 (1990) — Comic Book Value
PunisherWhat The Punisher #42 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Punisher #42 (1990) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $20. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, buy the Newsstand version at $3. The Standard version, also priced at $3, offers no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Since both versions share the same low price point, the choice is purely based on preference; if you are strictly saving money, either will suffice.
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The Punisher #42 (1990) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Punisher #42 (1990) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $20.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for The Punisher #42?
- An ungraded copy is available, with graded versions starting at $10 for a 6.0 grade.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Punisher issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of The Punisher #42 is listed for $16.
- Is the value of this comic dependent on its grade?
- Yes, the price increases from the ungraded state to $10 (6.0) and $16 (8.0).