Spider-Man: The Lost Years ##1
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man: The Lost Years
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr.
Publication Date
August 1995
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Clone Saga' era, this limited series explores the years Ben Reilly (the Spider-Clone) spent traveling the country before his return to New York. It features his time in Salt Lake City, his relationship with Janine Godbe, and his first encounters with Kaine.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Generally sharp edges and vibrant colors. Minimal spine stress visible from the photo; corners appear square. There may be minor white-point blunting at the top right corner and very slight surface scuffs typical of glossy 90s Marvel Select paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $8-10 on secondary markets. 9.8 graded copies have recently fluctuated between $55 and $90 depending on demand for Clone Saga keys.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless a high 9.8 is guaranteed and the owner has personal attachment. The cost of grading (approx. $30-50 with shipping) often exceeds the current market value of the book.
Notable Features
Marvel Select brand (premium paper stock/no-ad format). Origin of Kaine and deeper backstory for Ben Reilly. Includes a cardstock-like cover common for mid-90s premium issues.
Authentication Notes
The Marvel Select logo and the specific texture of the John Romita Jr. inks are consistent with 1995 production. No indicators of reproduction; the gloss levels and color saturation match authentic first printings.