Web of Spider-Man ##48
Marvel Comics • Web of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Alex Saviuk
Cover Artist
Alex Saviuk
Publication Date
March 1989
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (Barcode visible)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man deals with an 'Underground Inferno' involving the new Firebrand (Russ Broome) and the Morlocks. This issue occurs during the 'Inferno' crossover event which affected many Marvel titles in 1989.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 to 8.0 range)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress (ticks) along the left edge. Some surface wear/scuffing visible through the polybag reflections. Corners show slight softening/blunting. Top-left corner has a small color-break. Possible slight yellowing along the spine margin.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $45.00 - $65.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this issue have sold for $3-$8 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell for approximately $100-$125, but this copy does not appear to be in that tier.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the market value of the book in this mid-to-high grade condition. Best kept as a reader copy or in a bag/board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Inferno Crossover tie-in. Appearance of the second Firebrand. Feature's the Morlocks. Includes 'Newsstand Edition' barcode which is often more desirable to specific collectors than Direct Edition versions of the same era.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1989 newsstand copy. Paper stock shows typical aging for late 80s newsprint. Cover gloss remains moderately high. No signs of restoration visible.