The West Coast Avengers ##29
Marvel Comics • The West Coast Avengers Vol. 2
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Al Milgrom
Cover Artist
Al Milgrom
Publication Date
February 1988
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Moon Knight fighting alone against the villain Taurus (Cornelius van Lunt) and the Zodiac. This issue continues the 'Zodiac Attack!' storyline where the robotic Zodiac begins replaced by a new human team.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight edge wear on the top of the cover. Appears to have good color gloss but several stress marks prevent a Near Mint grade.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (CGC 9.8): $70 - $100; Graded (CGC 7.5): $15 - $25
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $8. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $85 on various auction platforms.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. In this estimated condition (7.5), the cost of grading fees and shipping would exceed the market value of the book. Grading is generally only profitable for this issue if it is a guaranteed 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
Moon Knight appearance. Iconic Al Milgrom cover featuring the Zodiac theme. Direct edition mark (Spider-Man mask) in the UPC box. This issue is part of the late 80s expansion of the Avengers brand with the West Coast team.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1988 copper age original based on the paper aging, the specific '75 cent' price box layout, and the typical finish of Marvel interiors from this era.