Publisher: Marvel
Cover Date: October 1974
Cover Price: $0.25
Writer: Len Wein
Penciller: Sal Buscema
Cover Artist: Gil Kane
First Appearance: Alpha
The Defenders (1972) #16 Value FAQ
How much is The Defenders (1972) #16 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $15.00; lower grades range from ~$1.50 (Good) to ~$10.50 (Very Fine).
Is The Defenders (1972) #16 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Alpha.
Who created The Defenders (1972) #16?
The Defenders (1972) #16 was written by Len Wein, pencilled by Sal Buscema, with a cover by Gil Kane.
When was The Defenders (1972) #16 published?
Marvel published it with a October 1974 cover date, originally priced at $0.25.
What is a high-grade copy of The Defenders (1972) #16 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $15.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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