Spider-Man / Punisher: Family Plot ##2
Marvel Comics (Marvel Edge) • Spider-Man / Punisher: Family Plot
Writer
Tom Peyer
Interior Artist
Tom Lyle
Cover Artist
Tom Lyle
Publication Date
March 1996
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Conclusion of the 'Family Plot' storyline. Spider-Man and the Punisher (at the time, Frank Castle was leading a mob family after a brainwashing/reboot period) team up to deal with a threat involving the Phalanx and a biological weapon. Features classic 90s gritty action.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
From the image, the comic appears to be in high grade. There is minor rounding on the upper right corner. Very slight spine stress visible against the red background. Surface looks glossy, but there may be minor scuffing on the black ink areas common for 90s semi-gloss covers. Significant blunting or Creasing is not immediately apparent.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies sold for approximately $5.00 on eBay. Graded copies (9.8) typically range from $45 to $65 depending on the buyer.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $30-$50 including shipping) exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This is a common dollar-bin book for most collectors.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with UPC; Marvel Edge imprint logo; conclusion of a 2-issue limited series; 'Punisher' is portrayed in his mid-90s 'Family' era look.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1996 Marvel production. Shows period-accurate paper stock (glossy cover / newsstand-adjacent interior), standard staple placement, and standard 90s barcode format for Direct Edition.