The Amazing Spider-Man ##41
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
John Romita Sr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr.
Publication Date
October 1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features 'The Horns of the Rhino!', depicting the first appearance and origin of Aleksei Sytsevich, known as the Rhino. Spider-Man must stop the tank-like villain from kidnapping John Jameson.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Visible vertical creasing/folding through the center and right side of the cover. Heavy spine stress with color breaking. Significant edge wear and corner rounding. Top left corner shows a small chip/tear. General soiling and surface wear visible on the white backgrounds.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $550 | Graded (estimated 3.0): $600 - $750
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-low grade (2.5-3.5) copies have ranged between $400 and $700 depending on eye appeal. High-grade CGC 9.0+ copies sell for $5,000+.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading due to its status as a major Silver Age key (1st Rhino). Professional pressing might improve the appearance but will not remove the heavy vertical color-breaking creases.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Rhino. First appearance of John Jameson (as an adult). Classic John Romita Sr. cover art.
Authentication Notes
The 12-cent cover price, aged paper stock, and specific 1966 Marvel trade dress appear authentic. The 'IND.' indicator next to the price is correct for period distribution.