The Avengers ##1
Marvel Comics • Free Comic Book Day 2021: Avengers/Hulk
Writer
Jason Aaron
Interior Artist
Iban Coello
Cover Artist
Iban Coello
Publication Date
August 2021
Cover Variant
Regular (Free Comic Book Day Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue serves as a prelude to the 'Avengers Forever' series and the 'World War She-Hulk' arc. It features Earth's Mightiest Heroes and a backup story focused on Hulk. Significant for the first appearance of the Deathlok who serves as the Multivengence agent.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting at the bottom left corner. Slight surface scuffing visible on the darker areas of the cover. Edgewear at the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded (9.8): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for shipping costs plus a small premium ($5 average). High-grade 9.8 slabs have recently sold between $35 and $55 depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. As a mass-produced Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) title with a 9.0 estimate, the cost of grading exceeds the market value. Only a 9.8 or higher would justify the expense.
Notable Features
Free Comic Book Day 2021 exclusive. Features the first appearance of the Multiversal Avengers' Deathlok. Iconic cover art featuring Hulk, Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor.
Authentication Notes
Authentic FCBD issue. Note the thinner paper stock typical of FCBD releases and the 'Free' banner at the top. Correct barcode for the 2021 event is present.