Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man ##69
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Ed Hannigan
Cover Artist
Ed Hannigan (Pencils), Al Milgrom (Inks)
Publication Date
August 1982
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the 2nd appearance of Cloak and Dagger. The story, titled 'In Darkness Dwelleth,' follows Spider-Man as he deals with the mystery surrounding Tyrone Johnson and Tandy Bowen (Cloak and Dagger) as they target drug dealers.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress marks (color-breaking ticks), some blunting on the bottom left corner, potential minor surface scuffing on the black background areas, and slight edge wear along the top.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15–$25; Graded (9.6+): $80–$120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $18 and $30. CGC 9.8 copies currently trend around $200+.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it can achieve a 9.6 or higher. A professional clean and press might improve the spine and corner issues. For a personal collection, it is a great raw copy, but strictly for investment, grading costs may outweigh the value increase for this specific grade.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Cloak and Dagger. Notable Hannigan cover art. Distinctive Direct Edition strike-through barcode. Key Bronze Age Spider-Man issue.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s newsprint interior with glossier cover stock. UPC barcode area features the Spider-Man head logo/strike-through typical of Direct Market editions from 1982. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting visible.