Captain America and The Falcon ##154
Marvel Comics • Captain America Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
October 1972
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story, 'The Falcon Fights Alone!', features Captain America and Falcon being hunted by the Avengers (Iron Man, Vision, Thor, Scarlet Witch, and Hawkeye) who believe them to be criminals due to a frame-up.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks, slight corner blunting on the bottom right, edge wear along the top green banner, and minor surface soiling/ink transfer visible in the white gutters. Overall color vibrancy is good.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15-$25; Graded (CGC 6.0): $45-$60
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in mid-grade range from $12 to $30. CGC 9.0+ copies reach upwards of $150-$200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading at this tier. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping would likely exceed the market value of the book in this estimated 6.0 condition. Better suited for a bag and board archive.
Notable Features
Features the 1950s 'commie-smasher' Captain America (William Burnside) storyline. Iconic Avengers vs. Captain America cover by Sal Buscema. Bronze Age 20-cent cover price.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1972 printing. Visible newsprint oxidation consistent with age; authentic 20c price box and '02453' product code present. Staple alignment appears factory standard for the era.