Spider-Man ##30
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Vol. 1 (Adjectiveless)
Writer
Terry Kavanagh
Interior Artist
Tom Lyle
Cover Artist
Tom Lyle (pencils), Sam de la Rosa (inks)
Publication Date
January 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Return to the Mad Dog Ward' storyline. Features Spider-Man battling through a nightmarish psychiatric ward populated by villains. Key characters include Spider-Man, the Kingpin, and various inmates of the ward.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The comic appears well-preserved in a polybag. Visible spine stress includes a few light color-breaking ticks. The bottom-left corner shows slight blunting. There is a small surface scuff or reflection near the bottom right edge. Overall cover gloss is high and colors are vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10; Graded (9.8): $50-$70
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $3 to $12 depending on condition. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $65 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book in this estimated grade (9.2). Only 9.8 candidates are generally worth the submission fee for this era.
Notable Features
Features the 30th Anniversary (1962-1992) hologram-style logo in the bottom left corner. Note: This is the Direct Edition (indicated by the Spider-Man graphic in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
Displays authentic period-correct printing hallmarks including the 30th Anniversary trade dress, 1992 copyright text in the corner box, and correct ink saturation typical of early 90s Marvel gloss covers.