The Amazing Spider-Man ##178
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Ross Andru
Cover Artist
Ross Andru
Publication Date
March 1978
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market with Barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the Green Goblin storyline involving the third Green Goblin (Bart Hamilton). Features Aunt May in critical condition in the hospital, Peter Parker dealing with the Green Goblin's return, and appearances by Mary Jane Watson.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy wrinkling/creasing on the cover, significant spine stress with color-breaking ticks, blunting of the upper-left corner, and overall surface wear visible through the poly-bag. Small tear/chip noted on the bottom left edge near the UPC barcode.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 4.0): $35 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw mid-grade copies range from $12 to $25. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch significantly more, but low-grade copies are common and relatively inexpensive.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the market value of the comic in this condition. It is a great 'reader' copy or filler for a run, but holds limited investment potential in this state.
Notable Features
Includes a battle against the Green Goblin (Bart Hamilton). Notable for the high drama regarding Aunt May's health, which was a recurring theme in late Bronze Age Spider-Man.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1978 Marvel publication. The color registration, paper aging (tanning), and 35-cent price point are consistent with the era. The barcode indicates a direct market distribution.