Lot #118: The Avengers #264, published by Marvel Comics in February 1986.

This is The Avengers #264 Marvel comic book, published in February 1986. This issue is notable for featuring the first appearance of Rita DeMara (the second character) as the new Yellowjacket. Issue Details Publisher: Marvel Comics Publication Date: February 1986 Cover Price: 0.75 USD (the copy in the image appears to be a Canadian Price Variant with a 0.95 cover price visible) Synopsis: The story, titled "Stings and Sorrows!", centers on a new supervillainess, Rita DeMara, who steals Hank Pym's original Yellowjacket costume from the Avengers Mansion. She modifies the suit and then clashes with the Wasp (Janet Van Dyne), who is unhappy about someone else using her ex-husband's identity. The Wasp eventually defeats and captures the new Yellowjacket. Creative Team: The script was written by Roger Stern, with art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Collectible Information This is considered a key issue due to the first appearance of Rita DeMara as Yellowjacket. She later becomes a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy and the Masters of Evil. The market price for this comic varies depending on its condition, with graded copies in high condition fetching significantly more than ungraded copies. Decent condition Pickup category timeslot {A}