Captain America #226 (October 1978), graded CGC 9.6 (Near Mint+) with Off-White to White pages, published by Marvel Comics during the late Bronze Age.

This issue features a dramatic cover battle between Captain America and the powerful villain Impact, with story by Roger McKenzie, interior art by Sal Buscema, and a dynamic cover by Ron Wilson and Dan Green.

Key Highlights:

• 🔥 High-grade CGC 9.6 Bronze Age example

• 🛡️ Captain America vs. Impact cover battle

• 🎨 Classic late-1970s Marvel action composition

• 📈 Strong condition-sensitive Bronze Age investment tier

• 💎 Off-White to White page quality

Late 1970s Captain America books have seen steady collector demand, particularly in 9.6 and above, where supply thins considerably compared to the 9.2–9.4 tiers.

Why This Book Matters

• Bronze Age Marvel in premium grade

• Increasing appreciation for late-70s Cap run

• CGC 9.6 is a top-tier liquidity bracket for non-key Bronze Age books

• Strong Zeck-era momentum bleeding into adjacent issues

• Attractive entry point compared to earlier Silver Age Cap keys

Ideal for:

• Captain America run builders (sub-300 run focus)

• Bronze Age high-grade collectors

• CGC registry competitors

• Investors targeting condition-sensitive 1970s Marvel