Detective Comics #42

Detective Comics #42 worth by CGC grade ranges from $1,750 to $8,963 across tracked CGC grades. Compare values, recent sales, and long-term performance across every grade below.
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Detective Comics #42
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Quick Insights on Detective Comics #42 in 2026

When was the last recorded sale for Detective Comics #42?

The last recorded sale was a CGC 5.0 for $2,750 on 03/15/2026 at eBay.

What was the highest sale recorded for Detective Comics #42?

The highest recorded sale was a CGC 8.5 for $8,963 on 11/18/2017 at Heritage Auctions [1].

What was the lowest sale recorded for Detective Comics #42?

The lowest recorded sale was a CGC 2.5 for $263 on 08/23/2009 at Heritage Auctions [1].

Which grade has the best annual growth for Detective Comics #42?

A CGC 8.5 shows the highest inflation-adjusted growth at 12.9% over 2012–2017 (5 years).

How often does Detective Comics #42 sell?

Average days to sell vary by grade (~every 674–3692 days by grade), ranging from CGC 5.0 every 674 days to CGC 7.0 every 3692 days.

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