Uncanny X-Men #242 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Uncanny X MenWhat Uncanny X-Men #242 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Uncanny X-Men #242 (1989) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Uncanny X-Men #242, grab the Newsstand version for $4. The Standard version at $5 offers no significant upgrade in content; it's simply a slightly higher-grade or more readily available copy. If you are strictly looking to collect the comic itself without worrying about condition tiers, save your money and buy the Newsstand.
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Uncanny X-Men #242 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men #242 (1989) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Uncanny X-Men #242 starts at $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy listed for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Uncanny X-Men #242 is currently priced at $22.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the ungraded copy is $6, while the Grade 6.0 version is listed for $14.