MARVEL SPOTLIGHT ON CAPTAIN MARVEL ##1
Marvel Comics • Marvel Spotlight (Vol. 2)
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Pat Broderick
Cover Artist
Pat Broderick
Publication Date
July 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Captain Mar-Vell in 'The Stars My Battleground!' This issue marks the start of the second volume of Marvel Spotlight, focusing on the cosmic hero's adventures during the Bronze Age.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; lower right corner blunting and minor creasing; edge wear along the right side; potential slight spine roll; scan shows a diagonal line through the UPC which may be a marking or scan artifact.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (UK Variant): $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 5.0): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Standard US editions in mid-grade typically sell for $20-$30; UK variants often fetch a slight premium to specialists but generally follow standard pricing trends.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition. The cost of grading (approx. $30-$40) would likely exceed the market value of the book. It is best kept raw in a bag and board.
Notable Features
UK 12p Price Variant. This distinction is denoted by the 12p price mark in the top left corner instead of the US cent price. Features the iconic red and blue suit design.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s Marvel newsstand production. The paper shows appropriate age-related toning for newsprint of this era. The UK variant is a recognized legitimate regional distribution version.