The Amazing Spider-Man ##50
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
John Romita Sr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr.
Publication Date
July 1967
Cover Variant
Regular (12¢ Price)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The iconic 'Spider-Man No More!' storyline where Peter Parker decides to give up his heroic identity and throws his costume in a trash can. This issue features the first full appearance of Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin, who quickly becomes one of the most significant villains in the Marvel Universe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Heavy visible wear with significant spine stress and large color-breaking creases across the bottom right quadrant. Rounded and blunted corners. Presence of a notable crease diagonally through the title. Light staining/soiling visible on the white border areas. Based on the photo, 'Good' is a conservative estimate; it could reach 3.0 with a press, but surface damage is extensive.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $400 - $600 | Graded (CGC 2.0): $650 - $850
Recent Sales
CGC 2.0 copies have recently sold between $600 and $750. Better-preserved mid-grade copies (5.0) are reaching $1,800+. Overall market demand for this key issue remains high despite condition.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading due to high value as a major key issue. A professional cleaning and press could improve eye appeal significantly. Even in 2.0-3.0 condition, authentication and encapsulation protect the liquid value of this specific silver-age rarity.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Kingpin (Wilson Fisk). Iconic 'Spider-Man No More!' cover art. Major Silver Age key issue. No UPC (pre-dates barcode). 12 cent price variant.
Authentication Notes
The paper aging, ink saturation, and price markings appear consistent with 1967 Marvel production. No immediate signs of reprint (such as those from Marvel Milestone Editions) are visible; the 12-cent price and 'IND' marking align with original prints.