Avenging Spider-Man ##1
Marvel Comics • Avenging Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Zeb Wells
Interior Artist
Joe Madureira
Cover Artist
N/A (Blank)
Publication Date
January 2012 (Cover date)
Cover Variant
Blank Cover Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man teams up with Red Hulk to battle a race of subterranean creatures known as the Moloids and their ruler, the Mole Man. This series focused on team-up stories during the 'Big Time' era of Spider-Man.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge; slight blunting on the bottom left corner; front cover shows minor surface wear consistent with white cardstock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded 9.8: $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded sales for this blank variant range from $25 to $45 depending on cleanliness; CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $140.
Grading Recommendation
Recommended only if used for a custom sketch by a prominent artist; as a blank comic, its value is maximized when transformed into an original art piece and graded via CGC Signature Series.
Notable Features
First issue of the series; features a sketch-ready blank cover which was part of a major Marvel marketing campaign for artist commissions.
Authentication Notes
Paper stock appears to be the correct heavy-weight white cardstock used by Marvel for 2012 blank variants; logo typography and Marvel 'Variant Edition' trade dress are consistent with authentic copies.