Star Wars #42 Newsstand CGC 5.0 – 1st Appearance of Boba Fett

Star Wars #42 Newsstand CGC 5.0 – 1st Appearance of Boba Fett A major Bronze Age Star Wars key, Star Wars #42 features the first comic book appearance of Boba Fett, one of the most iconic characters in the entire Star Wars universe. This copy is the Newsstand Edition, professionally graded by CGC as 5.0 with Off-White to White pages. Published by Marvel Comics in December 1980, this issue adapts part of The Empire Strikes Back and remains one of the essential Star Wars comic keys for collectors. Key Details Title: Star Wars #42 Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Date: December 1980 Edition: Newsstand Edition Grade: CGC 5.0 Page Quality: Off-White to White Pages Key Issue: First comic book appearance of Boba Fett Story: Part 4 of The Empire Strikes Back movie adaptation Cover Artist: Al Williamson & Carlos Garzon Characters: Boba Fett, Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, C-3PO, R2-D2 Why It Matters Star Wars #42 is one of the biggest Marvel Star Wars keys, marking the first comic book appearance of Boba Fett. With the continued strength of Mandalorian-era collecting and the character’s long-running popularity, this book remains a cornerstone issue for Star Wars comic collectors. The issue also ties directly into The Empire Strikes Back, widely regarded as one of the most important chapters in the Star Wars saga. For collectors chasing early Star Wars appearances, original Marvel run keys, or Boba Fett-related comics, this is a serious collection piece. Creators Writer: Archie Goodwin Interior Art: Al Williamson & Carlos Garzon Cover Art: Al Williamson & Carlos Garzon Collector Notes This copy has been professionally graded by CGC as 5.0 with Off-White to White pages. It is labelled as the Newsstand Edition. Please review the product photos carefully for the exact slab, label, and presentation. A strong mid-grade certified copy of a major Star Wars key, ideal for collectors of Boba Fett, Marvel’s original Star Wars series, Bronze Age movie adaptations, and CGC graded comics. Shipping All CGC slabs are securely packed and shipped protected from Redsters Comics. We use strong packaging suitable for graded comics to help ensure your slab arrives safely and ready for display.