Avengers ##317
Marvel Comics • The Avengers (Vol. 1)
Writer
Fabian Nicieza
Interior Artist
Paul Ryan
Cover Artist
Tom Morgan
Publication Date
May 1990
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Crossing Line' storyline. Guest-starring Amazing Spider-Man. The Avengers (including Captain America, She-Hulk, and Quasar) deal with international tensions involving the Soviet Super-Soldiers and the People's Protectorate.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticking visible, slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor surface wear/scuffing on the dark areas of the cover. Appears to be a newsstand copy with a barcode which often shows more shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10 on eBay. NM copies sometimes reach $15 due to the Spider-Man appearance.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx $25-$40) exceeds the market value for an issue of this moderate grade. Better kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features Amazing Spider-Man. Newsstand edition (identified by the barcode in the lower left). Includes appearances by various international superhero teams.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic. The distinctive 1990 Marvel corner box, cover stock gloss, and Ben-Day dot patterns in the coloring are consistent with late Copper Age Marvel production.