Spider-Man ##74
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man (Volume 1)
Writer
Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson
Publication Date
November 1996
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Spider-Hunt' storyline aftermath. Ben Reilly (as Spider-Man) teams up with Daredevil and Foggy Nelson to confront Hydra. The issue features Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson, following the intense Clone Saga era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, minor corner blunting on the bottom right corner, and some slight surface scuffing/glare on the plastic wrap that may obscure minor flaws. The spine shows approximately 3-5 small stress marks.
Estimated Market Value
$3.00 - $8.00 (Raw); $25.00 - $45.00 (Graded CGC 9.8)
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range between $2.00 and $6.00 plus shipping. Graded copies at 9.8 have sold for approximately $40.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The current market value of a high-grade copy does not offset the costs of grading, shipping, and handling unless for personal collection sentimental value.
Notable Features
Features Ben Reilly as Spider-Man (Sensational Spider-Man costume); Daredevil guest appearance; Fight against Hydra; Romita Jr. art style transition.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel product from 1996. Consistent paper stock, gloss, and color saturation typical of the mid-90s glossier cover upgrades. Barcode (Direct Edition) is correctly positioned.