The Avengers ##218
Marvel Comics • The Avengers Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Don Perlin
Cover Artist
Al Milgrom
Publication Date
April 1982
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spiderman face in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'Born Again... And Again... And Again!' Characters include Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, and Tigra. The story involves the Avengers dealing with a strange child who rapidly ages and the return of an old foe, Molecule Man.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible glare from the plastic bag makes full assessment difficult, but noted flaws include minor spine stress markers, some corner softening (especially top left and bottom right), and potential edge wear. The colors appear vibrant, but the bag shows significant scuffing that may hide minor surface abrasions on the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$15; Graded (CGC 9.8): $75-$120
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically range from $4 to $10. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $80 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading, shipping, and handling would likely exceed the market value of the comic in this mid-to-high grade (estimated 7.0-8.0 range). Only worth grading if it was a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Direct Edition; features Molecule Man; part of the Bronze Age run of Avengers.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1982 Marvel Direct Edition. The cover gloss, 'Marvel Comics Group' banner, and paper stock (Newsprint interiors with a slightly higher quality cover stock) are consistent with the period.