Untold Tales of Spider-Man ##6
Marvel Comics • Untold Tales of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
Pat Olliffe
Cover Artist
Pat Olliffe & Al Vey
Publication Date
February 1996
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (denoted by UPC bar code with barcode extension '00611')
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man teams up with the Human Torch (Johnny Storm) to face the menace of the Wizard. The story, titled 'Lives at Stake', is a retro-style tale designed to fit into the early continuity of the 1960s Amazing Spider-Man run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks, small color-breaking crease on the bottom left corner near the barcode, slight blunting on the top right corner. The gloss and color vibrancy remain high, with no visible signs of staining or foxing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00. This is generally considered a budget-friendly back-issue.
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots or individually for under $10.00. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies occasionally sell for around $50.00 to enthusiasts of the series.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or has sentimental value. Professional cleaning and pressing could improve the current grade to a 9.4/9.6, but the financial ROI is low.
Notable Features
Guest starring the Human Torch; utilizes a 'throwback' cover design meant to mimic the Silver Age Marvel aesthetic, including the 1960s-style corner box and logo layout.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Marvel publication. Paper stock is the standard glossy cover and newsprint interior of the era. UPC barcode is correctly registered for the time period.