Captain America ##403
Marvel Comics • Captain America Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Gruenwald
Interior Artist
Rik Levins
Cover Artist
Rik Levins and Danny Bulanadi
Publication Date
Late July 1992
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Man and Wolf' storyline. Captain America battles Moonhunter while searching for John Jameson. The issue features a significant guest appearance by Wolverine and continues the transformation of Steve Rogers into Cap-Wolf.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks with minor color breaking. Light corner rounding at top and bottom left. Slight edge wear and minor surface scuffing visible on the yellow high-ink cover area. Interior of barcode shows some light handling wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded 9.8: $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw newsstand copies in mid-to-high grade have sold for $5.00 to $10.00. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell for around $70.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees plus shipping exceeds the potential market value for a copy in this estimated grade range (7.5-8.5).
Notable Features
Newsstand Edition with barcode. Part 2 of the 6-part 'Man and Wolf' saga. Guest-starring Wolverine. Early 90s 'flip-book' style publication era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic newsstand copy. Proper paper stock for 1992 Marvel issues. Correct barcode placement for 008 issue identifier. Ink density and registration are consistent with Marvel's mid-92 production standards.