The Amazing Spider-Man ##50
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
John Romita Sr. and Mickey Demeo
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr.
Publication Date
July 1967
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct (12-cent cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Iconic 'Spider-Man No More!' storyline. Peter Parker decides to give up his costumed identity. First appearance of the Kingpin (Wilson Fisk). Includes the legendary splash page of Peter walking away from his costume in a trash can.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress, blunted corners, significant chipping along the right-hand vertical edge, a small tear bottom right corner, minor surface soiling, and paper tanning typical of Silver Age stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $800 - $1,100; Graded (CGC 4.0): $1,200 - $1,400
Recent Sales
CGC 4.0 copies have recently sold in the $1,250-$1,350 range; raw copies with similar edge wear have sold between $850 and $950.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading despite wear. This is a major Silver Age key. Professional cleaning and pressing could potentially raise the grade to a 4.5 or 5.0, significantly increasing liquidity and value.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Kingpin. Iconic cover art by John Romita Sr. considered one of the most famous in comic history. Key Silver Age issue.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1967 printing. Correct 12-cent price and IND indicator. Correct paper aging and interior page tone visible at edges. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.