Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man ##86
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Fred Hembeck
Cover Artist
Fred Hembeck
Publication Date
January 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of Marvel's 'Assistant Editors' Month,' where regular creators were swapped for off-beat alternatives. This issue features the unique 'knobby-kneed' art style of Fred Hembeck and guest stars Black Cat (Felicia Hardy) as Spider-Man battles the Fly.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks on the left margin, slight corner blunting on the top right, and minor shelf wear. The cover retains good gloss but shows typical aging for the era's newsprint-style stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue averaged $10. Prices for this specific issue remain stable as it is considered a novelty/humor issue rather than a major key.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would likely exceed the FMV of the book in this condition. A 'Press and Clean' might improve the grade to 8.5/9.0, but still lacks significant ROI.
Notable Features
Assistant Editors' Month issue. Iconic Fred Hembeck cover and interior art. Features Spider-Man and Black Cat. Direct Edition identified by the Spider-Man mask in the bottom left UPC box area.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1984 original. It shows correct period-specific color registration and the standard Marvel Direct Edition logo of the early 1980s.