Spider-Man Unlimited ##5
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Unlimited Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Ron Lim
Cover Artist
Ron Lim
Publication Date
May 1994
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man and the Human Torch face off against Kaine and the Jackal. This issue is notable for the first appearance of Ollie Osnick as the Steel Spider (a identity change from his previous 'Spider-Kid' persona).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (color-breaking ticks), slight rounding of the bottom right corner, and minor edge wear on the right side. Overall gloss remains high and colors are vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in average condition. High-grade slabbed copies have sold between $50 and $90 depending on census population.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading usually exceed the market value of the book in this mid-to-high grade condition. It is most valuable as a 'reader' or filler copy for a collection.
Notable Features
First appearance of Steel Spider (Ollie Osnick). Direct edition with barcode. Features Spider-Man and Human Torch team-up.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel publication from the mid-90s. Features standard glossy cover stock and white to off-white interior pages typical of the era. The Direct Edition barcode is correctly formatted for 1994.