The 5 Most Valuable Star Wars Comics
Marvel’s original Star Wars series (1977) launched alongside the first film and became a phenomenon, and its early issues are the franchise’s most valuable comics. Below are the most valuable Star Wars comics, ranked by current raw Near Mint (9.4) value and refreshed automatically from live market data.
The 1977 run supplies the top keys, led by the first issue and an early Boba Fett appearance.
| # | Comic | Key / First Appearance | NM Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Star Wars (1977) #42 | Boba Fett, Yoda (full), Bossk (cameo), IG-88 (cameo), Zuckuss (cameo), Emperor Palpatine (Darth Sidious) (cameo) | $255 |
| 2 | Star Wars (1977) #1 | Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, C-3PO, R2-D2, Stormtroopers | $210 |
| 3 | Star Wars (1977) #8 | Jaxxon | $115 |
| 4 | Star Wars (1977) #68 | Fenn Shys, Dengar (full) | $85 |
| 5 | Star Wars (1977) #2 | Obi Wan Kenobi, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Millennium Falcon, Death Star, Mosep | $50 |
Values are raw Near Mint (9.4) estimates from live market data and change over time. Look up any comic's value.
The most valuable Star Wars keys
Star Wars #1 (1977) leads the list — Marvel’s first Star Wars comic, adapting the original film and printed as the movie exploded into a cultural event. Star Wars #42 (1981), an early comic appearance of Boba Fett, follows at the top.
Other 1977-series keys round out the list, including #68 (the first Dengar) and scarce early issues — modern Star Wars comics are generally far more common.
What makes a Star Wars comic valuable
Star Wars value centers on Marvel’s original 1977 series — the first issues, printed during the film’s launch, and early character appearances like Boba Fett. The modern Star Wars comics were printed in far larger numbers, so their value is generally modest outside a handful of first appearances.
Condition matters, especially for the 1977 keys. Raw Near Mint (9.4) is the benchmark shown here; high-grade professionally graded (CGC) copies of the top keys carry premiums.
How these values are calculated
The figures here are raw Near Mint (9.4) values derived from recent sales and refreshed automatically — not a fixed annual guide. Click any issue for its full condition-by-grade breakdown, graded (CGC) values, and price history. Values are estimates and the market moves, so treat them as a current snapshot rather than a formal appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most valuable Star Wars comic?
As of August 2026, Star Wars (1977) #42 (first appearance of Boba Fett, Yoda (full), Bossk (cameo), IG-88 (cameo), Zuckuss (cameo), Emperor Palpatine (Darth Sidious) (cameo)) is the most valuable, with a raw Near Mint value around $255.
What is the most valuable Star Wars comic?
Marvel’s Star Wars #1 (1977) is the most valuable — the first Star Wars comic, released as the original film became a phenomenon.
Which Star Wars comic is the first Boba Fett?
Star Wars #42 (1981) is an early and sought-after comic appearance of Boba Fett, from Marvel’s original series.
Are modern Star Wars comics valuable?
Generally less so. The modern series were printed in far larger numbers, so most issues are common — the highest values are concentrated in Marvel’s original 1977 run.
Are graded (CGC) Star Wars comics worth more than raw copies?
For the 1977 keys, yes — high-grade CGC copies command premiums, though the gap is smaller than for older superhero keys. Click any issue for its graded pricing.
How often do these values update?
Automatically, from live market data — so this list reflects the current market, not a static annual guide.