Avengers ##369
Marvel Comics • The Avengers Vol. 1
Writer
Bob Harras
Interior Artist
Steve Epting
Cover Artist
Steve Epting and Tom Palmer
Publication Date
December 1993
Cover Variant
Standard Foil Stamped Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 5 of the 'Bloodties' crossover event. The Avengers and X-Men must deal with the Genoshan civil war and the threat of Fabian Cortez. Features key characters like Captain America, Black Knight, and Sersi.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visual assessment through polywrap/mylar shows minor spine stress and corner softening at the top right. Bag is heavily wrinkled, possibly obscuring smaller surface scuffs. No major liquid damage or tearing visible on the cover surface.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for between $4 and $10 on eBay. High-grade slabbed copies usually fluctuate between $60 and $90.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of grading (approx. $30-$50) often exceeds the market value of the book for this specific issue unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
30th Anniversary issue; Special gold foil-stamped cover. Part of the 'Bloodties' multi-title crossover with the X-Men franchise.
Authentication Notes
Book appears authentic. Foil stamping is consistent with 1993 production methods. Specific paper stock reflects the 'glossy' era transition of the early 90s.