Spider-Man Super Special ##1 / Planet of the Symbiotes Part 2 of 5
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Super Special Vol. 1
Writer
Terry Kavanagh
Interior Artist
Joe St. Pierre
Cover Artist
Joe St. Pierre
Publication Date
1995
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 5-part 'Planet of the Symbiotes' crossover event. Features Ben Reilly as the Scarlet Spider team-up with Venom and Spider-Man to stop a full-scale symbiote invasion of Earth.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine ticks and stress lines along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom-right corner. Minor surface wear and edge rubbing primarily visible near the bottom spine area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $15.00; Graded (9.6+): $50.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $12-18. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the range of $100-120.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a sentimental item. The current condition appears to be mid-to-high grade, but grading fees would likely exceed the market value of the book for this specific issue.
Notable Features
Early appearance of the symbiote invasion storyline; Scarlet Spider (Ben Reilly) featured prominently; Direct Edition with UPC barcode; 'Super Special' oversized format.
Authentication Notes
First printing confirmed by the '1995' date on the cover and standard 1990s high-gloss paper stock. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting visible.