The Amazing Spider-Man ##260
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Ron Frenz
Cover Artist
Frenchy Fuentes (Charles Vess layout)
Publication Date
January 1985
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition - Spider-Man mask in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man battles the Hobgoblin while attempting to protect Harry Osborn. Part of the legendary original Hobgoblin mystery saga. Features Harry Osborn, Liz Allan, and Mary Jane Watson.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some color-breaking ticks. Visible corner blunting at bottom right. Surface wear appearing as minor tanning or dust shadow on the white background. Slight edge wear along the right vertical side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 9.8): $120 - $150; Graded (CGC 7.0): $30 - $40
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-to-High grade have sold for $18-$22 on eBay. 9.8 graded copies consistently reach the $135 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition. The cost of grading (approx $25-$40) exceeds the value increase for a 7.0 grade copy. Only 9.6 or 9.8 candidates are typically worth the expense for this specific issue.
Notable Features
Features the second Hobgoblin (Jason Macendale predecessor era). Notable for being part of the 'Black Suit' era, as indicated by the corner box logo, even though Pete is in the red and blue suit on this cover. Direct Edition with Spidey head in UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Copper Age Marvel print. Paper stock aligns with standard 1985 non-glossy newsprint interiors. No signs of restoration visible.