Avengers: The Initiative ##2
Marvel Comics • Avengers: The Initiative (Vol. 1)
Writer
Dan Slott
Interior Artist
Stefano Caselli
Cover Artist
Stefano Caselli
Publication Date
July 2007
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Post-Civil War storyline. War Machine and the Camp Hammond recruits deal with the fallout of MVP's death. Modern era team including Cloud 9, Hardball, Komodo, and Trauma.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Sharp corners and edges. Good gloss. Very minor spine stress ticks visible under direct light. Small amount of color rub on the white UPC box.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $5; Graded (CGC 9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for cover price or slightly above in high grade. Graded copies of this specific issue are uncommon due to low value-to-cost ratio.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$35) exceeds the current market value of the book, as it is not a major key issue.
Notable Features
Early appearance of the Initiative recruits; character development for War Machine (James Rhodes). Features Direct Edition barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern age Marvel comic. Correct paper stock, high-gloss finish, and standard modern staple placement.