The Spectacular Spider-Man ##195
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
December 1992
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 'The Death of Vermin' storyline. Spider-Man faces the terrifying reality of Vermin's tragic fate and deals with the psychological toll of their intertwined history.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines visible along the left edge, slight corner blunting on the top right, and a price sticker affixed to the upper right cover area which could potentially be removed safely.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $25.00 - $40.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold in the $3 to $10 range depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading (CGC/CBCS) due to low return on investment for modern issues in mid-grade condition, unless part of a complete run or personal sentimental value.
Notable Features
Features the 30th Anniversary logo (1962-1992) in the bottom left corner, part of the Death of Vermin storyline.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel newsstand/direct publication with standard paper stock, appropriate color registration, and standard Marvel branding.