The West Coast Avengers ##14
Marvel Comics • The West Coast Avengers Vol. 2
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Al Milgrom
Cover Artist
Al Milgrom
Publication Date
November 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'The Tide Turns', the West Coast Avengers deal with internal team tensions and the fallout of their battle with Master Pandemonium. The story features the search for the fire demon's soul fragments. Key characters include Hawkeye, Mockingbird, Iron Man (James Rhodes), Tigra, and Wonder Man.
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 top and bottom left. Light surface wear on the yellow background. A small non-color breaking crease likely near the bottom right. The book appears flat with decent gloss residual.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $3-$8 on eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $70 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of third-party grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the market value of the comic in this mid-to-high grade condition. It is best kept in a bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Marvel 25th Anniversary Border (featuring various Marvel heroes around the frame). Captain America head in the UPC box indicates a Direct Edition. Part of the 'Lost in Space-Time' era setup.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s newsprint and cover stock. The 75 cent cover price and Direct Edition 'Mick' Cap head are consistent with late 1986 Marvel production standards.