Spider-Man's Tangled Web ##20
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man's Tangled Web Vol. 1
Writer
Zeb Wells
Interior Artist
Dean Haspiel
Cover Artist
Dean Haspiel
Publication Date
January 2003
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part one of the 'Behind the Mustache' story arc. The issue focuses on J. Jonah Jameson as he deals with the stress of his public image and his obsession with Spider-Man. It provides a satirical and humanizing look at the Daily Bugle editor-in-chief.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Extensive surface wear including a significant price sticker residue tear/scuff in the upper left corner affecting the title and trade dress. Multiple color-breaking spine ticks. Visible corner blunting and edge wear on the right side. Significant scratching and surface scuffing visible on the glossy cover under high light.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $5 | Graded (estimated 5.0): $15 - $20
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade (9.8) copies range from $40-$60; however, low-to-mid grade raw copies typically sell for cover price or in dollar bins.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The visible surface damage (sticker pull) and spine wear significantly lower the grade. The cost of grading would exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Features an iconic close-up cover of J. Jonah Jameson. Direct Edition with UPC barcode. This series was an anthology title allowing different creative teams to tell non-traditional Spider-Man stories.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel Direct Edition. Correct paper stock for early 2000s; features the standard Marvel PG rating and price box layout of the era.