The Avengers ##277
Marvel Comics Group • The Avengers Vol. 1
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
John Buscema and Tom Palmer
Cover Artist
John Buscema and Tom Palmer
Publication Date
March 1987
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Captain America face in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Conclusion of the 'Under Siege' storyline. The Avengers strike back against Baron Zemo's Masters of Evil to reclaim Avengers Mansion. Key characters include Captain America, Thor, Black Knight, and Baron Zemo.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and small ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface wear and minor edge wear consistent with age, but color remains vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 9.8): $120 - $150
Recent Sales
Raw copies in VF condition typically sell for $20. Recently, CGC 9.8 copies have trended around $135 on average.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless the collector believes it can achieve a 9.6 or higher. The current estimated grade of 8.0 would not justify the grading costs compared to the market value increase.
Notable Features
Climax of the 'Masters of Evil' siege on Avengers Mansion. Features the Marvel 25th Anniversary border logo in the top left corner. Direct market edition with Captain America image in the barcode area.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features correct 75 cent cover price, distinct 1980s newsprint interior stock, and period-accurate color saturation on the gloss cover.