The Amazing Spider-Man ##277
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Ron Frenz and Charles Vess
Cover Artist
Charles Vess
Publication Date
June 1986
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Cry of the Wendigo!' featuring the Wendigo. The subplot continues the mystery of the Hobgoblin and features guest appearances by Daredevil and the Kingpin. Spider-Man is wearing the black symbiote/cloth costume during this era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks; slight blunting on the bottom right and top left corners. Minor edge wear along the right side of the cover. Slight tanning visible on the white border of the cover art. Surface gloss appears decent but has minor scuffing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.8): $100 - $130
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $12-$15. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $115.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the owner believes it would hit a 9.8 (which this likely won't due to spine ticks). The cost of grading exceeds the value of the raw book in this mid-to-high grade condition.
Notable Features
Marvel 25th Anniversary border (top left corner icon). Unique Charles Vess cover art style. Direct Edition indicated by the Spider-Man mask in the UPC box. Guest stars Daredevil.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays authentic printing characteristics of mid-1980s Marvel stock, including the 75-cent price point and the standard Ben-Day dot patterns in the color gradients. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.