Peter Parker, the Spectacular Spider-Man ##86
Marvel Comics • Peter Parker, the Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Fred Hembeck (Pencils) and Al Milgrom (Inks)
Cover Artist
Fred Hembeck (Penciler) and Al Milgrom (Inker)
Publication Date
January 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in barcode box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man takes on the Fly in a story titled 'Bugs!'. This issue is notable for its unique art style by Fred Hembeck, known for his cartoonish, 'knobby-kneed' character designs, which is even meta-referenced in the cover dialogue with Black Cat.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0) to Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks; some corner blunting on the top and bottom left; light surface wear visible under the overhead light; slight edge wear on the right side; overall gloss looks good but handling wear is evident.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (9.8): $70 - $100; Graded (7.0): $20 - $30
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for $8-$15. Specimen's value is limited by being a non-key issue from the 80s.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS services would exceed the market value of the book in this estimated condition (6.0-7.0 range). Best kept in a fresh bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Features the unique 'cartoonish' art style of Fred Hembeck; Black Cat appearance; Direct Edition identified by the Spider-Man graphic in the UPC box rather than a barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s copper age Marvel comic. Paper stock appears consistent with period-appropriate newsprint; colors show natural aging/toning consistent with a 40-year-old book.