The Spider-Woman ##7
Marvel Comics • Spider-Woman Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Gruenwald
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
Carmine Infantino & Tony DeZuniga
Publication Date
October 1978
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Woman (Jessica Drew) faces off against the Exorcist. This issue explores Jessica's struggle with her powers and her evolving role as a hero outside of HYDRA. Significant as an early issue in her first solo ongoing series.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks; corner blunting (specifically bottom left and top right); minor surface scuffing; yellowing of cover edges; visible tanning on the back of pages (indicated by edge color); slight spine roll and staple wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded: $25.00 - $35.00 (Market for UK variants can be slightly lower than US cents copies except to specific variant collectors).
Recent Sales
Recent US 35c copies in Mid-Grade sell for $10-15. UK 12p variants often sell for 30-50% less due to lower demand among US-centric collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The grading fees would exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Pressing would improve the spine roll but would not fix the color-breaking ticks.
Notable Features
UK price variant (12p instead of 35c). This represents a distribution specific to the United Kingdom but printed simultaneously with the US editions. Includes a promotional 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' header.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. Correct print registration for 1978 Marvel Bronze Age books. Proper placement of UPC barcode box and UK price stamp. Paper oxidation is consistent with 45+ year old newsstand stock.