Captain America ##4

Marvel Comics • Captain America Vol. 5

Captain America

Writer

Ed Brubaker

Interior Artist

Steve Epting and Michael Lark

Cover Artist

Steve Epting

Publication Date

March 2005

Cover Variant

Regular Direct Edition

Printing

First Printing

Comic Description

Part 4 of the acclaimed 'Out of Time' storyline by Ed Brubaker. Captain America investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding the return of the Red Skull and the apparent assassination of a major character.

Condition & Value

Condition Grade

Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)

Condition Details

Book is in a protective bag and board showing very clean lines, sharp corners, and vibrant colors with minimal handling wear and slight spine stress.

Estimated Market Value

Raw value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 9.2/9.4): $40 - $70.

Recent Sales

Recent online sales for this issue in high grade raw condition range between $20 and $35 depending on the platform.

Grading Recommendation

Not strictly worth the cost of professional grading for a 9.2 unless part of a complete run or pre-existing submission, as raw value is relatively low compared to grading fees.

Notable Features

Part of Ed Brubaker's critically acclaimed Eisner-winning run on Captain America which introduced the Winter Soldier. Features the iconic Steve Epting graveyard cover.

Authentication Notes

Standard 2005 Marvel direct edition bar code box, correct cardstock quality, sharp ink registration, and proper cover gloss matching authentic issues from this printing era.

Scanned on 9/28/2026