Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man ##45
Marvel Comics Group • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
Marie Severin
Cover Artist
Marie Severin
Publication Date
August 1980
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a classic battle against the Vulture (Adrian Toomes). The story involves Vulture attempting to retire from crime by executing one last successful job while Spider-Man is dealing with his own personal issues.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0) - estimated
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress; slight corner blunting on the bottom right; very minor edge wear along the top; gloss appears well-preserved through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (9.8): $120 - $150
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grade copies range from $12 to $22. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the $130 range.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it is a guaranteed 9.8. Mid-grade copies are better kept raw as grading fees would exceed the value increase. Professional pressing could improve the current grade.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with UPC barcode; classic Marie Severin cover; appearance of the Vulture.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic with correct 40-cent price point for 1980, standard newsstand UPC placement, and period-accurate color saturation and newsprint aging.