The Spectacular Spider-Man ##232
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Todd Dezago
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
March 1996
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'A New Kind of Danger' story arc. Spider-Man faces off against a new version of Doctor Octopus (Carolyn Trainer) who has taken over the mantle after Otto Octavius' death during the Clone Saga. The story features Peter Parker's return to the Spider-Man mantle while Ben Reilly is away.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface wear/scuffing visible near the top left corner box. Edges exhibit minor shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $4 - $10 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies typically sell in the $50 range depending on the buyer.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book in this estimated condition (8.0). It is best kept as a reader copy or in a high-quality bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Features Carolyn Trainer as the second Doctor Octopus. Includes a newsstand-style UPC barcode but is a Direct Edition as indicated by the 'Marvel Spider-Man Group' logo box and the code within the barcode box.
Authentication Notes
The comic shows correct age-appropriate paper aging, official Marvel trade dress from the mid-90s, and standard staple placement. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are present.