Rick and Morty ##42
Oni Press • Rick and Morty (2015 Series)
Writer
Kyle Starks
Interior Artist
Marc Ellerby
Cover Artist
Marc Ellerby
Publication Date
September 2018
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 'The Rick Identity' arc. Rick and Morty find themselves in the crosshairs of several intergalactic assassins, including those seen on the cover. The story explores Rick's past and involves high-octane sci-fi hijinks typical of the series.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker on the top right corner of the polybag (potential residue if on cover), minor spine stress ticks, slight blunting on the top left corner, and visible surface shelf wear. The comic is stored in a polybag that appears to be showing some wrinkling, obscuring finer surface details.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue averaged between $4.00 and $8.00 depending on condition. High-grade 9.8 copies occasionally fetch a premium but demand is currently stable for mid-series modern issues.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approximately $30-$50) exceed the current market value of the comic in this condition. It is best kept as a reader or for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features cover art of various series villains including Mr. Meeseeks and Unity-controlled thralls. Includes the UPC barcode (Direct Edition). Significant as part of the long-running Oni Press series based on the Adult Swim show.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Paper stock is standard modern glossy; trade dress (Oni Press logo, Adult Swim branding) and UPC barcode 649856000545 match known genuine copies. Price sticker is from a secondary retailer ($3.99).