Web of Spider-Man ##32
Marvel Comics • Web of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Mike Zeck
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck
Publication Date
November 1987
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 of the legendary 'Kraven's Last Hunt' storyline (Resurrection). Spider-Man (Peter Parker) crawls out of his own grave after being buried alive by Kraven the Hunter two issues prior. This is considered one of the darkest and most influential Spider-Man stories ever told.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible, especially near the lower half. Sight corner blunting on the bottom left. The white UPC box and cover gloss appear bright, though there is potential slight yellowing on the extreme edges consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55; Graded (CGC 9.8): $250 - $350; Graded (CGC 9.0): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
9.8 copies consistently sell above $275. Raw higher-grade copies (VF/NM range) frequently trade between $40 and $60 due to the iconic nature of the cover.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading only if a 9.8 is guaranteed after a professional press and clean. At the currently estimated 9.0-9.2 range, grading costs may not significantly outweigh the raw market value.
Notable Features
Kraven's Last Hunt Part 4. Iconic 'Grave' cover by Mike Zeck. Newsstand Edition (indicated by the barcode). Features Spider-Man in the black symbiote-style cloth suit.
Authentication Notes
The item shows correct 1980s newsprint aging. Color registration on the pink 'Spider-Man' title and the Mike Zeck signature looks consistent with authentic Marvel print runs from 1987.