Action Comics (1938) No. 42
Issue Details
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: November 1941
Cover Price: $0.10
Writer: Jerry Siegel
Penciller: John Sikela
Cover Artist: Fred Ray
First Appearance: Vigilante (Greg Saunders)
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Action Comics (1938) #42 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $4,800.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $3,360.00 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $1,440.00 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $720.00 |
| 2.0 | Good | $480.00 |
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Action Comics (1938) #42 Value FAQ
How much is Action Comics (1938) #42 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $4,800.00; lower grades range from ~$480.00 (Good) to ~$3,360.00 (Very Fine).
Is Action Comics (1938) #42 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Vigilante (Greg Saunders).
Who created Action Comics (1938) #42?
Action Comics (1938) #42 was written by Jerry Siegel, pencilled by John Sikela, with a cover by Fred Ray.
When was Action Comics (1938) #42 published?
DC Comics published it with a November 1941 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.
What is a high-grade copy of Action Comics (1938) #42 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $4,800.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.