Ms. Marvel ##16
Marvel Comics • Ms. Marvel Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Dave Cockrum and Jim Mooney
Cover Artist
Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin
Publication Date
April 1978
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this issue titled 'War Beneath the Waves!', Ms. Marvel battles Tiger Shark underwater in a thrilling aquatic confrontation. The story continues the development of Carol Danvers as a powerhouse superhero balancing her civilian life and heroic duties.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting on the top right, clean and glossy cover with good color retention, minor edge wear consistent with age, no major tears or missing pieces.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40, Graded (CGC 8.0): $60 - $90
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies of Ms. Marvel #16 generally range between $25 and $50 depending on exact condition and platform.
Grading Recommendation
Professional grading may be worthwhile if the book cleans up to an 8.5 or 9.0 after a press, but for a 7.0/8.0 raw value, grading costs might outweigh the immediate return.
Notable Features
Features an iconic underwater battle cover with Tiger Shark by Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin. 35-cent variant/price edition indicators present.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1970s newsprint and cover stock paper quality, correct color registration, and standard Marvel direct/newsprint UPC box layout indicate a genuine vintage copy with no signs of modern counterfeiting.