Captain America and the Man Called Nomad! ##261
Marvel Comics • Captain America Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Mick Zeck
Cover Artist
Mick Zeck
Publication Date
September 1981
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Captain America teams up with Jack Monroe, who takes on the mantle of Nomad. The story, 'The Man Who Made Nomad', explores the legacy of the 1950s Captain America and Bucky.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress/creasing, slight corner blunting on bottom left, minor edge wear, and horizontal surface creasing on the right mid-cover. Possible slight tanning/yellowing visible on cover edges through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (9.8): $125.00 - $150.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade typically sell for $6 to $10. Near Mint 9.8 graded copies have recently fluctuated between $130 and $160.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The estimated grade of 7.0-7.5 and the current market value do not justify the grading fees ($25-$40). It is a great 'reader' copy or filler for a run.
Notable Features
Features the first appearance of Jack Monroe (the 1950s Bucky) as the new Nomad. Direct Edition copy with the Spider-Man logo in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Bronze Age Marvel comic. Features standard 50-cent price point and period-correct paper stock and ink saturation. No signs of restoration visible.