The A-Team ##3
Marvel Comics • The A-Team (1984 Limited Series)
Writer
Marie Severin
Interior Artist
Marie Severin (penciller), Jim Mooney (inker)
Cover Artist
Herb Trimpe (penciller), Joe Giella (inker)
Publication Date
May 1984
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition (Spider-Man head icon in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story, titled 'Flight of the Redbird!', follows the team as they are hired to recover a hijacked experimental VTOL aircraft. The issue features Hannibal, B.A. Baracus, Face, and Murdock, capturing the essence of the hit 1980s TV show.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress/ticks visible along the left edge, several of which break color. Minor blunting at the top and bottom left corners. Slight edge wear on the right margin and top right corner. The cover retains good gloss but shows a faint vertical crease near the right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD; Graded (9.6+): $50 - $80 USD
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell for between $8 and $12 on platforms like eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have reached $100+ but are infrequent.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the current market value of a mid-to-high grade copy.
Notable Features
Features the iconic Spider-Man head in the UPC/barcode area, indicating a Direct Edition. Part of a 3-issue limited series adaptation of the TV series.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1984 Marvel release based on the paper aging, 'Spider-Man head' UPC box, and standard 60-cent price point for the era.