Spider-Man ##68
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Vol. 1 (Ben Reilly era)
Writer
Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr.
Publication Date
May 1996
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Blood Brothers' crossover event. Ben Reilly (as Spider-Man) faces off against a more lethal, cyborg-like version of the Hobgoblin. This issue explores the mystery of who is currently behind the cowl of the Hobgoblin during the heights of the Clone Saga.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress ticks visible through the bag, some slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor edge wear consistent with age and handling. Surface gloss appears decent but may have minor scuffing typical for the cardstock used in this era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $5 to $10 plus shipping. Certified 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $70 based on demand for the 90s Clone Saga era and JRJR art.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons or to complete a high-grade set. The current market value of a raw 8.0 copy does not justify the $20-$30 grading fee plus shipping. To be financially viable, the book would likely need to be a 9.6 or higher.
Notable Features
Features the 'This ain't your daddy's Hobgoblin!' tagline highlighting the Jason Macendale version of the character with cybernetic enhancements. Part of the 'Blood Brothers' 6-part storyline.
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1996 Marvel publication. Check for the standard 'glossy cardstock' cover typical of this mid-90s era and the presence of the UPC barcode in the bottom right corner, which distinguishes it from the Spider-Man head logo newsstand versions.