Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #242 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Uncanny X MenWhat Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #242 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #242 (1989) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $22. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.7× 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 [Newsstand] #242 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men [Newsstand] #242 (1989) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $22.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current going price for an ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men #242?
- An ungraded copy of Uncanny X-Men #242 is currently valued around $5.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $19, which is $14 more than the ungraded $5 price.
- What is the price point for a Grade 6.0 copy of this issue?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of Uncanny X-Men #242 is listed with a resale value of $12.