The Spectacular Spider-Man ##217
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
October 1994
Cover Variant
Regular (Foil/Hologram Elements), Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 (Finale) of the 'Power and Responsibility' crossover. This issue features a major confrontation between Spider-Man (Peter Parker), his clone (Ben Reilly), and the villain Judas Traveller. It is a pivotal early chapter in the controversial 'Clone Saga'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress, slight color breaking creases on the top left edge, corner blunting on the bottom right/left, and visible surface scuffing common for foil/metallic covers of this era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $85.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $3.00 to $12.00 depending on condition. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies typically sell for around $75.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading exceeds the market value for this specific mid-90s issue in average condition.
Notable Features
Final part of the first Clone Saga crossover; Die-cut/Foil cover; Flip-book format featuring 'Web of Spider-Man' on the reverse; Notable appearance of Judas Traveller and Scrier.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel Direct Edition from 1994. Features the signature metallic blue foil border and characteristic paper stock and gloss of the early-to-mid 90s era. High ink density in the black areas and correct UPC barcode placement.