Spider-Man Zaps Mr. Zodiac #Not Applicable
Western Publishing / Whitman / Marvel Comics • Marvel Comics Mini-Books
Writer
Unknown
Interior Artist
Unknown
Cover Artist
Unknown (Marvel House Artist)
Publication Date
1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A very small 'Mini-Book' (approx 5/8' x 7/8') that features a very simplified story of Spider-Man facing off against Mr. Zodiac. These were originally sold in vending machines in plastic gumball-style capsules.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Extensive spine wear with color break, heavy creasing on the top right corner and bottom right, surface scuffing and paper loss at the bottom center of the front cover, rounded corners, and signs of edge wear and aging (yellowing).
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (CGC 2.0): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Comparable Marvel Mini-Books from 1966 in low grade typically sell for under $20 on eBay. Higher grade specimens (VF or better) can fetch significantly more.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading would likely exceed the final market value of the item in this condition.
Notable Features
Extremely small size (Mini-Book), yellow cover version. These 1966 mini-books are among the smallest comics ever produced.
Authentication Notes
The paper stock and printing style are consistent with 1966 Western Publishing vending machine inserts. Note: These are often mistaken for full-size comics in photos due to the lack of scale.