The Spider-Woman ##10
Marvel Comics • Spider-Woman Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Gruenwald
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
Carmine Infantino & Tony DeZuniga
Publication Date
January 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Jessica Drew (Spider-Woman) confronts a new strange being at a Hollywood party. The issue features the first appearance of Gypsy Moth (Sybil Dvorak) and her origin story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (ticks), some color breaking; minor blunting on the top-right corner; slight edge wear on the right side; cover retains good gloss and color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (UK Variant): $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 8.0): $55 - $80
Recent Sales
US 35 cent editions in similar grade sell for $20-$30; UK variants typically see a 10-20% lower demand unless in high grade.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless personal attachment exists. The cost of CGC grading ($30+) plus shipping would likely exceed the market value of a UK price variant in this mid-to-high grade.
Notable Features
First appearance of Gypsy Moth; UK Price Variant (12p instead of 35c); includes UPC barcode; iconic bronze age Carmine Infantino art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel UK Price Variant. Characteristic 12p price box and 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' header are consistent with 1979 UK distribution. Paper aging is appropriate for the period.