The X-Men #42 (1968) — Comic Book Value
X MenWhat The X-Men #42 (1968) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The X-Men #42 (1968) value — Ungraded $44 · Grade 6.0 $85 · Grade 8.0 $189. Prices updated August 2026.
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Value by grade
$44
Ungraded
+93%
$85
Grade 6.0
4.3×
$189
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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The X-Men #42 (1968) comic value
An ungraded copy of The X-Men #42 (1968) averages around $44. A CGC 6.0 runs about $85, and a CGC 8.0 commands $189.
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 | $44 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $85 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $189 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for X-Men #42?
- The ungraded version of X-Men #42 is currently listed around $31.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this X-Men issue?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of X-Men #42 sells for $177, offering excellent condition value.
- Is the Grade 6.0 version worth buying?
- The Grade 6.0 copy is available for $85, providing a more accessible entry point into this series.