Amazing Fantasy ##15
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Collectible Series Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Steve Ditko
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko
Publication Date
2006 (Reprint of August 1962 issue)
Cover Variant
Newspaper Promotional Reprint (Not For Resale Edition)
Printing
Reprint
Comic Description
Reprint of the first appearance and origin of Spider-Man (Peter Parker). Includes the death of Uncle Ben and the iconic lesson that 'With great power there must also come great responsibility.'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4 range)
Condition Details
Appears remarkably clean with sharp corners and no visible spine stress. Minor surface wear common for these thin-stock promotional inserts may be present upon physical inspection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25; Graded (CGC 9.8): $75 - $125
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for the 'Spider-Man Collectible Series' newspaper reprints typically fluctuate between $15 and $30 depending on condition.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless a flawless 9.8 is guaranteed. The cost of grading often exceeds the market value for this specific reprint edition.
Notable Features
Distinguished by the 'Spider-Man Collectible Series Vol. 1' header at the top and the 'Not For Resale' text on the right. This was a promotional giveaway included in newspapers (such as the NY Post) in 2006.
Authentication Notes
Genuine promotional reprint. Note the modern paper stock and the black border at the top and bottom which differentiates it from the 1962 original and other facsimile editions.