Spider-Man ##51
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man (Vol. 1)
Writer
Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
Tom Lyle
Cover Artist
Tom Lyle
Publication Date
October 1994
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Regular)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Power and Responsibility' crossover. This issue is significant for the early development of the Clone Saga, featuring Ben Reilly (the Spider-Clone) taking action to save Peter Parker. It features appearances by Judas Traveller and his Host.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks/ticks along the left edge, slight blunting of the top right and bottom right corners, minor surface wear visible in the dark areas of the cover art, and potential light edge wear. No major creases or tears evident from the image.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. High-grade (CGC 9.8) copies have recently fluctuated between $40 and $60 depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $30+) plus shipping would likely exceed the market value of a 7.5 grade. This issue is common from the high-print era of the 1990s.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Ben Reilly (Scarlet Spider) during the 1990s Clone Saga. Features the 'Power and Responsibility' banner. UPC barcode in the corner indicates a Direct Edition.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be a genuine 1994 newsstand-era production with appropriate gloss level for the time. No signs of restoration or reproduction detected; staple placement and paper aging are consistent with Marvel's 90s output.