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The top selling comic book last month was The Avengers 8

Avengers 8 is getting some attention again in October, and collectors can’t get enough. Why now, though? Why do people who like to sell comic books want this issue so badly?

Avengers Comic Series

The Avengers comic series started in 1963, created by a legendary duo of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The idea was bold for its time – throw Marvel’s biggest heroes into one story and see what happens. The first team had Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Ant-Man, and Wasp, all trying to fight the same villain while also trying to get along. A few issues later, Captain America joined the team, and that’s when it kind of “clicked.”

The series exploded in popularity during the Silver Age (1960s–1970s), becoming one of Marvel’s biggest titles.Fans were treated to landmark stories like The Kree-Skrull War and The Korvac Saga, where unbelievable threats pushed the team to its limits. Villains like Ultron, Loki, and Kang the Conqueror became legends in their own right.

As for Avengers #1, it began with Loki tricking the Hulk into a rampage, forcing Iron Man, Thor, Ant-Man, and the Wasp to work together to stop him. It quickly turned into a new kind of team – heroes who didn’t always get along but needed each other to win.

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More about Avengers #8 Comic

Avengers #8 (September 1964) introduced Kang the Conqueror, a time-traveling villain who doesn’t just fight heroes – he tries to rewrite history itself. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Jack Kirby, the story jumps between the past and future as Kang shows up claiming he already rules the world centuries ahead. The Avengers have to outthink a man who already knows their every move.

What makes Avengers 8 stand out is how big it feels. It’s not just a fight; it’s an idea – that the Avengers aren’t just protecting the present, but all of time. Kang’s mix of brains, ego, and endless ambition made him one of Marvel’s most interesting villains.

How much is The Avengers Vol 8

As of 2025, Avengers vol 8 has become one of the most valuable Silver Age comics, thanks to the first appearance of Kang the Conqueror. Collectors are paying big money for high-grade copies – prices have jumped thousands of dollars. Even lower-graded copies remain accessible, though they can still cost hundreds of dollars.

Here’s a general idea of what Avengers #8 is selling for today:

  • GD 2.0 (Good) – around $310
  • VG 4.0 (Very Good) – roughly $550
  • FN 6.0 (Fine) – about $960
  • VF 8.0 (Very Fine) – around $2,500
  • NM 9.4 (Near Mint) – roughly $7,500
  • Record sale – $21,600

The reason for Avengers #8 high value is simple: Kang is one of Marvel’s most iconic villains, now also being an important part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

  • Peter Przysiezny, owner of Comic Buying Center, has been buying and selling comics and collectibles for over 30 years. He lives in Northern Illinois and specializes in buying large comic book collections. He has a vast knowledge of all eras and types of comic books ranging from the 1930s to the 2000s. Pete spent his childhood going to comic book conventions with his father, so you could say he was raised in the industry.