Spider-Man ##54
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Vol. 1 (also known as Peter Parker: Spider-Man)
Writer
Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
Tom Lyle
Cover Artist
Tom Lyle
Publication Date
January 1995
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Regular)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Web of Life' crossover storyline. Featuring Ben Reilly as the Scarlet Spider. Spider-Man and Scarlet Spider face off against the mysterious Kaine and the Grim Hunter (Vladimir Kravinoff).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0) to Very Fine+ (CGC 8.5)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible against the dark cover edge. Slight corner blunting on the top right. Some surface scuffing or 'dullness' typical of 90s gloss paper, but overall flat with good color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay range from $4 to $12 depending on shipping. CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the $70 range recently.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless the owner believes it is a flawless 9.8 and has sentimental value. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the current market value of the book in this mid-to-high grade.
Notable Features
Giant-Sized Flip Book format; early appearance of Kaine Parker (clone of Peter Parker) and Scarlet Spider; key issue in the 1990s 'Clone Saga' era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Direct Edition with standard UPC barcode. Paper stock and ink density are consistent with Marvel's mid-90s production standards.