Spider-Woman ##19
Marvel Comics • Spider-Woman Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Gruenwald
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
Carmine Infantino & Steve Leialoha
Publication Date
October 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (Pence Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Woman (Jessica Drew) faces off against The Enforcer and his partner, Werewolf by Night (Jack Russell). The story involves the Enforcer using a control device to force the Werewolf to attack Jessica.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some color-breaking ticks. Sharp corners with minor blunting at the top left. A notable black ink line/mark through the barcode area. Generally flat with good color gloss but minor surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 USD | Graded (8.0): $45 - $60 USD
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for Pence variants of mid-series Spider-Woman issues range from $5 to $15 for raw mid-grade and up to $30 for high-grade raw copies. This issue is not a major key, which limits value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the final market value of the book. It is a 'common' issue and the ink mark on the barcode would negatively impact the technical grade.
Notable Features
Features a guest appearance by Werewolf by Night. This specific copy is a UK Price Variant, denoted by the '12p' price box instead of the US '40c' price. It also features a black 'X' or mark through the UPC barcode, often seen in remaindered or overstock copies in certain regions.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel UK distribution copy. Paper stock shows age-appropriate off-white to cream coloring. Print registration on the Carmine Infantino cover art is consistent with late 1970s Marvel production standards.