Avengers ##100
Marvel Comics • Avengers Vol. 3
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
George Pérez
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
May 1998
Cover Variant
Embossed Red Foil Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A milestone 100th issue celebration featuring the 'Death of an Avenger' (the internal character Mockingbird is mourned, and the team faces the Grim Reaper). The story concludes the 'Morgan Le Fay' arc and solidifies the new team roster.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Significant spine stress with color-breaking ticks along the entire length; heavy blunting and wear on the top-right and bottom-right corners; noticeable vertical creasing/abrasion on the left side near the spine; general surface wear on the delicate foil finish.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $5; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this variant in mid-to-high grade range from $5 to $12. Low-grade copies often sell in dollar bins or lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. This issue was high-print and is only common in the secondary market.
Notable Features
64-page giant-sized issue; 100th issue of Volume 3; features a red embossed foil cover that is highly prone to showing scratches and spine stress.
Authentication Notes
The red foil embossing and the specific UPC layout for the Direct Edition are consistent with authentic 1998 Marvel production standards. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting present.