ROM SPACEKNIGHT ##7
Marvel Comics • Rom Spaceknight Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Michael Golden
Publication Date
June 1980
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
ROM is seemingly dead following a battle. Features Brandy Clark and the Dire Wraiths. The story continues Rom's quest to purge Earth of the hidden Dire Wraith threat while dealing with his own humanity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress/ticks visible along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Some surface wear/scuffing visible on the dark background areas of the cover. Slight edge wear on the top margin. Bag/boarding makes fine detail difficult, but appears generally flat.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (9.0+): $45 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded copies in similar condition sold for approximately $8. CGC 9.8 copies have a historical premium but this copy shows too much spine wear to reach those tiers.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-35 + shipping) exceeds the current market value of a 7.5 grade. Best kept as a high-quality reader or filler copy.
Notable Features
Early Bronze Age issue. Features the iconic Spider-Man head in the UPC box, distinguishing it as a Direct Market edition rather than a Newsstand edition. Cover art by the legendary Michael Golden.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980 Marvel publication. Colors are consistent with the era's newsprint quality. Correct indicia and price point (40 cents) for the time period. Staple placement appears factory standard.