Excalibur ##42
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Alan Davis
Interior Artist
Alan Davis
Cover Artist
Alan Davis
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'The Technically-Not-Funny-Any-More Syndrome' story arc. The issue features the team encountering the return of the Technet. Characters featured include Captain Britain, Nightcrawler, Meggan, Phoenix (Rachel Summers), and Shadowcat with Lockheed.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Cover gloss remains high with consistent color vibrancy and no significant creasing or staining visible from the front view.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for original cover price to roughly $10 depending on condition. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $45-$55 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) outweighs the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Includes the 50 Years of Captain America anniversary logo in the bottom left corner. Features iconic Alan Davis artwork during his celebrated return as both writer and artist on the series.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic, showing correct 1991 Marvel paper stock texture, standard direct edition barcode-style indicator with Captain America logo, and era-appropriate ink saturation.