The Avengers (1963) No. 196
Issue Details
Publisher: Marvel
Cover Date: June 1980
Cover Price: $0.40
Writer: David Michelinie
Penciller: George Perez
Cover Artist: George Perez
First Appearance: Taskmaster (Anthony Masters)
eBay — live sold comps
Up, up and away… To view recent eBay sold listings, graded (CGC) values, and full price history for this issue and over 450,000 others, Join the Club.
The Avengers (1963) #196 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Raw Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Near Mint | $125.00 |
| 8.0 | Very Fine | $87.50 |
| 6.0 | Fine | $37.50 |
| 4.0 | Very Good | $18.75 |
| 2.0 | Good | $12.50 |
Graded CGC values, recent eBay sold comps, and full price history are available to members.
The Avengers (1963) #196 Value FAQ
How much is The Avengers (1963) #196 worth?
As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $125.00; lower grades range from ~$12.50 (Good) to ~$87.50 (Very Fine).
Is The Avengers (1963) #196 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Taskmaster (Anthony Masters).
Who created The Avengers (1963) #196?
The Avengers (1963) #196 was written by David Michelinie, pencilled by George Perez, with a cover by George Perez.
When was The Avengers (1963) #196 published?
Marvel published it with a June 1980 cover date, originally priced at $0.40.
What is a high-grade copy of The Avengers (1963) #196 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $125.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.