The Amazing Spider-Man: Skating on Thin Ice! ##1
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man (Special Anti-Drug / Edmonton Oilers Promotional Comic)
Writer
Uncredited / Promotional
Interior Artist
Todd McFarlane
Cover Artist
Todd McFarlane
Publication Date
February 1990
Cover Variant
Regular Edition / Promotional Giveaway
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A special promotional comic book featuring Spider-Man dealing with heavy anti-drug themes, youth issues, and sports, notably featuring Edmonton Oilers branding on a character's jersey.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0) to Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The book appears well-preserved within its protective bag and board, showing very crisp corner points, clean white cover borders with minimal yellowing, flat surface gloss, and no major spine ticks or visible color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $20 - $50 USD. Graded (CGC 9.0 - 9.4): $60 - $150 USD depending on buyer demand.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for promotional 1990s comics like this in high grade generally range between $30 and $75 raw, with professionally graded 9.2-9.6 copies fetching over $100.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate recommendation. Because it is a special promotional issue often found in high grades due to being safely stored, it is only worth grading if it can reliably score a 9.6 or higher to justify the slabbing costs.
Notable Features
Features iconic artwork by legendary artist Todd McFarlane. Produced as a special giveaway/promotional comic in partnership with the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and anti-substance abuse messaging.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s newsprint/glossy cover stock consistent with Marvel publishing standards of the era. No obvious signs of counterfeiting or unauthorized reproduction.