The Spectacular Spider-Man #Annual #13
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man (Volume 1) Annual
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man faces off against the new villain Nocturne (Angela Cairn) in '-And the Night-Wind Cries!'. Angela Cairn is transformed into a nocturnal creature by the villainous Pummel. This story explores her tragic origins and her conflict with Peter Parker during the 1990s era of Spider-Man comics.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stresses and ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting on the top and bottom left corners. Light shelf wear visible on the blue background. Color registration and vibrancy remain high.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.6+): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $8 on secondary markets like eBay. Graded high-tier copies (9.8) have seen sales in the $100 range, though demand is low.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The market value of this specific issue generally does not exceed the cost of grading fees (typically $30-$50 plus shipping) unless the copy is a guaranteed 9.8 white-page specimen.
Notable Features
First appearance of Nocturne (Angela Cairn). Part of the '1993 Summer Annuals' event featuring character debuts in every annual issue. Includes a backup story featuring Spider-Man and Prowler.
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1993 Marvel Direct Edition. Features the barcode in the lower-left corner showing the issue number in the last two digits. Standard newsprint interior pages with a glossy cover stock typical of early 90s Marvel books.