Superman and Spider-Man ##1
DC Comics and Marvel Comics • DC and Marvel Present: Superman and Spider-Man
Writer
Jim Shooter
Interior Artist
John Buscema and Joe Sinnott
Cover Artist
Gerry Conway (layout), Buckler/Giordano (finished art)
Publication Date
July 1981
Cover Variant
Regular Gold Foil Lettering/Border (Special Collector's Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The second major crossover between the Man of Steel and the Wall-Crawler. The heroes must team up to stop a world-conquering plot involving Doctor Doom and the Parasite, while also clearing up a misunderstanding that leads to the classic hero vs. hero skirmish.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible blunting on the top-right corner; minor spine stress marks visible through the polybag; slight color rubbing on the gold border; minor edge wear on the bottom left. Gloss remains high.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (9.6+): $150 - $250+
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have recently sold between $35 and $55 on eBay and Heritage Auctions.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate. Only worth grading if you believe it can achieve a 9.6 or higher after a professional press. The current estimated 7.5 grade would likely result in a value close to the cost of grading fees.
Notable Features
Treasury Edition sized format (Special Collector's Edition); early Bronze Age crossover; featuring Doctor Doom (Marvel) and Parasite (DC); oversized 'Marvel Comics' and 'DC' logos on the top corners.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1981 Treasury Edition. Noted by the distinctive 10 x 13.5 inch sizing, specific $3.95 price point at the top left, and the matte-to-semi-gloss paper stock typical of 80s DC/Marvel prestige projects.