The Spectacular Spider-Man ##157
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
November 1989
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Acts of Vengeance' crossover. Spider-Man battles Electro, who has been recruited by Dr. Doom as part of a larger supervillain conspiracy. The story explores the return of Electro and the beginning of the cosmic powers 'Captain Universe' arc for Peter Parker.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (ticks), slight corner blunting on the bottom right, possible minor storage wear along the top edge, and slight color rubbing on the dark background areas. Interior pages appear slightly off-white to white based on the edge visibility.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.6+): $50 - $75
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $5-$10 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $80-$100 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the market value of the comic in this estimated 7.5 condition.
Notable Features
Acts of Vengeance tie-in; spider-head corner box icon; Direct Edition (indicated by the Spider-Man mask in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1989 Copper Age Marvel publication. The paper stock, ink saturation, and Direct Edition marker (Spider-Man head icon) are consistent with the period.