Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man ##69
Marvel Comics • Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Ed Hannigan and Al Milgrom
Cover Artist
Ed Hannigan and Al Milgrom
Publication Date
August 1982
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features 'The Return of Cloak and Dagger.' Spider-Man must deal with the vigilante duo as they continue their war on crime, specifically targeting the underworld drug trade. Includes appearances by Kingpin and Silvermane.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (7.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress/ticks that may break color, slight corner blunting on the top right, and some minor shelf wear/scuffing on the cover. The image shows some gloss loss but overall structural integrity looks solid for a mid-high grade.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25; Graded (9.8): $125 - $175
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grades typically fall between $12 and $25. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $140-$160 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless it is a sentimental piece. The current market value in this condition (estimated mid-grade) does not exceed the typical grading and shipping costs ($40+). A 'Press and Clean' might improve the score slightly, but not to the 9.8 level required for significant profit.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Cloak and Dagger (following their first appearance in issue #64). Notable for its newsstand UPC barcode which is often more sought after than the direct edition in higher grades.
Authentication Notes
The 60 cent price point, UPC placement, and paper aging are consistent with 1982 Marvel newsstand printings. No signs of restoration or reproduction are visible from the photo.