MARVEL TALES STARRING SPIDER-MAN ##212
Marvel Comics • Marvel Tales (Vol. 2)
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Ed Hannigan
Cover Artist
Todd McFarlane
Publication Date
June 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A reprint of Spectacular Spider-Man #82. Spider-Man and The Punisher team up to stop the hitman known as the Hitman, who has been hired by the mob to eliminate the Punisher. Frank Castle's tactical methods clash with Spidey’s ethics.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor color rub near the top 'Marvel' header. Cover appears flat with excellent gloss preservation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (9.0+): $65 - $110
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar newsstand condition typically sell between $15 and $40. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have reached over $250 due to the McFarlane cover art demand.
Grading Recommendation
Potential candidate for grading if it can reach a 9.6 or 9.8 after a press. At its current estimated 9.0, professional grading fees might exceed the value gain unless for personal collection preservation.
Notable Features
Features an iconic early Marvel cover by fan-favorite artist Todd McFarlane. This is the Newsstand edition as indicated by the UPC barcode in the bottom left corner.
Authentication Notes
The coloring, paper aging (off-white visible at edges), and printing dot patterns are consistent with late 1980s Marvel newsstand production.