The Spectacular Spider-Man ##189
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
November 1992
Cover Variant
Hologram Cover (Modern Age Hologram Series)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Giant-Sized 30th Anniversary Special. Features a showdown between Peter Parker and Harry Osborn as the Green Goblin. Includes the backup story 'The Origin of Spider-Man' and a gatefold poster.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine ticks and slight blunting on the bottom right corner. The hologram appears intact with no significant surface scratching. Minor color rubbing may be present on the blue web background near the edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 9.8): $120 - $150; Graded (CGC 9.0-9.4): $45 - $65.
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $15 plus shipping on eBay. Recent CGC 9.8 sales have settled around the $130 mark, while lower grades see less liquidity.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if the book is a certain 9.8 after a professional press. Given the visible corner wear in the photo, it likely falls into the 9.0-9.4 range, where grading costs may exceed the value added.
Notable Features
30th Anniversary issue featuring a green-tinted hologram of the Green Goblin. Part of a set of four hologram issues released across the Spider-Man titles in 1992 (ASM #365, Web #90, Spidey #26).
Authentication Notes
Authentic First Printing. Hologram is securely adhered and shows the correct depth of field for the 1992 production run. Price box ($2.95) and UPC-replacement logo are crisp.