Web of Spider-Man ##119
Marvel Comics • Web of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Terry Kavanagh
Interior Artist
Steven Butler
Cover Artist
Tom Lyle
Publication Date
December 1994
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of 4 of 'The Exile Returns' storyline. Ben Reilly (Scarlet Spider) battles Venom (Eddie Brock) while Kaine continues to lurk in the shadows. This issue is notable for early appearances of Kaine during the Clone Saga.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks (ticks), corner wear on the top left, slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor surface scuffing. The cover gloss appears intact but has localized wear near the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3-$8; Graded (9.8): $60-$85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold for $5-$10. High-grade 9.8 slabbed copies typically reach $75.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of shipping and grading fees would likely exceed the book's market value, especially with visible spine stress reducing the potential grade below a 9.0.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Kaine Parker; Scarlet Spider vs. Venom cover; Deluxe format (as indicated by the price and paper stock common for this era).
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel Comics production. Features the standard 'Direct Edition' barcode, period-accurate UPC/ISPN number (071486025276), and typical mid-90s gloss paper stock.