The Avengers, Vol. 1 #223 - Direct Edition - Iconic Ed Hannigan Cover

The Avengers, Vol. 1 #223 — Direct Edition — Iconic Ed Hannigan Cover

This is one of those Bronze Age Avengers issues that collectors recognize instantly. Hawkeye draws back his bow with Ant-Man riding the arrow, creating a brilliantly simple visual that has become one of the most memorable covers from this era of the title.

The cover is penciled by Ed Hannigan with inks by Klaus Janson, and it is the reason this issue has remained a favorite well beyond its original 60-cent cover price. The interior story, Of Robin Hoods and Roustabouts, is written by David Michelinie with pencils by Greg LaRocque.

The exact comic shown is the copy offered. Estimated to be 9.0 VF/NM. Not a professional grader. 

Listing highlights:

• Series: The Avengers, Vol. 1
• Issue: #223A
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Edition: Direct Edition
• Key Note: Iconic Hawkeye and Ant-Man cover
• Cover Pencils: Ed Hannigan
• Cover Inks: Klaus Janson
• Story: Of Robin Hoods and Roustabouts
• Writer: David Michelinie
• Interior Pencils: Greg LaRocque
• Release Date: June 8, 1982
• Cover Price: $0.60
• Era: Bronze Age
• Format: Raw comic

For Avengers collectors, Hawkeye fans, Ant-Man collectors, and anyone who loves classic Marvel cover design, #223 has exactly the kind of visual identity that makes a single issue feel bigger than its place in the run. It is a terrific Bronze Age display book and a fun piece of Avengers history.

Condition:
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