MARVEL TALES FEATURING SPIDER-MAN and NAMOR THE SUB-MARINER ##211
Marvel Comics • Marvel Tales Vol. 2
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Ross Andru
Cover Artist
Marshall Rogers
Publication Date
May 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue is a reprint of Amazing Spider-Man #140. It features Spider-Man and Namor the Sub-Mariner teaming up against Doctor Dorcas and the Men-Fish. The backup story includes an explanation of how Spider-Man's spider-sense works.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible glare from the bag obscures some details, but there is significant spine wear with multiple color-breaking spine stress/ticks. Corners show blunting, and the top right corner appears slightly rounded. Moderate edge wear is visible along the top. The cover surface shows minor scuffing and loss of gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Comparable newsstand copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for under $10. Recent eBay sales for raw mid-grade copies range from $2.00 to $5.00 plus shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the comic in this condition. Professional pressing might improve the grade slightly, but it still wouldn't be financially viable.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition (indicated by the barcode in the lower-left corner). Contains a reprint of a Bronze Age story. Marshall Rogers cover art.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the newsstand barcode, the 1980s-era Marvel corner box, and the standard newsstand paper stock visible at the edges. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are apparent from the image.