The Amazing Spider-Man #Annual #22
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Ron Frenz (Penciller), John Romita Sr. (Inker)
Publication Date
September 1988
Cover Variant
Regular / Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of 'The Evolutionary War' crossover event. Features the first appearance of Speedball (Robbie Baldwin). The story involves Spider-Man and Daredevil investigating the High Evolutionary's plans, leading to a team-up with the newly empowered Speedball.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible against the light background. Some corner blunting on the bottom right. Light edge wear on the right side. Overall good color vibrancy but exhibits standard shelf wear for a 1980s annual.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (9.8): $120 - $150; Graded (8.0): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent raw newsstand copies in mid-to-high grade have sold for approximately $20. High-grade 9.8 graded copies consistently reach the $130 range due to the first appearance factor.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. The value in lower grades (8.0-9.0) often does not cover the cost of grading fees and shipping. Best kept as a high-quality raw reader/collector copy.
Notable Features
First appearance of Speedball. Newsstand edition with barcode. Part of the first-ever Marvel company-wide annual crossover 'The Evolutionary War'.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1988 Marvel newsstand printing. Standard paper stock with age-appropriate slight off-white coloring. Correct $1.75 US / $2.25 CAN cover price for the era.