Captain America Goes To War Against Drugs ##1
Marvel Comics • Captain America Goes To War Against Drugs (FBI Giveaway)
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Joe Kubert
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
1990
Cover Variant
Giveaway Edition (FBI/Federal Bureau of Investigation Version)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A promotional anti-drug comic book produced by Marvel in cooperation with the FBI. Captain America works with a group of teenagers to dismantle a drug operation. This was a free giveaway distributed in schools and through local law enforcement.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant damage to the bottom left corner with pieces of the cover missing. Heavy edge wear, visible spine stress, corner blunting, and creases throughout. Major paper loss in the title 'DRUGS' at the bottom.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10 / Graded (9.8): $100+ (Note: This specific copy is low grade and has minimal value)
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies often sell for under $10. High-grade (9.8) copies range from $120-$175 due to their scarcity in pristine condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The significant paper loss and corner damage place this in the low-grade category, where grading costs far exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Features the FBI seal on the cover. Notable for its public service message and Joe Kubert art. There are multiple versions of this giveaway including a 'Just Say No' version and a Canadian version.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990 giveaway. The paper stock is typically thinner than standard comics of the era. The presence of the FBI seal and the lack of a price tag or barcode are standard for this promotional release.