Publisher: Marvel
Cover Date: April 1974
Cover Price: $0.20
Writer: Len Wein
Penciller: George Tuska
Cover Artist: Gil Kane
First Appearance: Cottonmouth (Cornell Cottonmouth)
Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18 Value FAQ
How much is Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $30.00; lower grades range from ~$3.00 (Good) to ~$21.00 (Very Fine).
Is Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Cottonmouth (Cornell Cottonmouth).
Who created Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18?
Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18 was written by Len Wein, pencilled by George Tuska, with a cover by Gil Kane.
When was Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18 published?
Marvel published it with a April 1974 cover date, originally priced at $0.20.
What is a high-grade copy of Luke Cage: Power Man (1974) #18 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $30.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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