The Spectacular Spider-Man ##142
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
September 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man travels to Atlanta for a final showdown with the powerhouse villain Tombstone. This issue concludes the 'Action in Atlanta' storyline and features the return of the classic Red and Blue costume after the black suit era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (color-breaking ticks), some blunting on the bottom-right corner, minor edge wear along the top, and light surface scuffing/shelf wear consistent with mid-to-high grade raw copies.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded 9.8: $70 - $90
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition recently sell in the $8-$12 range. CGC 9.8 copies have stabilized under $100 due to high supply.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $30-50) exceeds the market value of a 7.0-9.0 grade copy. Only worth grading if it were a flawless 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition (indicated by the UPC barcode in bottom left). Features Tombstone in one of his prominent early appearances. Sal Buscema cover art.
Authentication Notes
The paper aging and gloss level are consistent with late 1980s Copper Age Marvel stock. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting present.