Untold Tales of Spider-Man ##24
Marvel Comics • Untold Tales of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
Bob McLeod
Cover Artist
Bob McLeod
Publication Date
August 1997
Cover Variant
Regular (99 cent price point)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man and Jason Ionello face off against the Batwing. The story is a flashback series intended to fill in the gaps of Peter Parker's early career following the events of Amazing Spider-Man #6.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible against the dark background. Minimal corner blunting on the bottom left. Slight edge wear visible on the top right corner. Gloss remains high and colors are vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold for approximately $1.00 to $5.00 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees ($25+) significantly exceeds the current market value of this specific issue, as it is not a major key or high-demand collectible.
Notable Features
Includes a 99-cent cover price logo. Featuring Batwing (Jimmy Santini). Direct Edition with barcode present.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1990s Marvel publication with correct trade dress, period-appropriate barcode, and standard gloss finish common for the Untold Tales series.