GHOST RIDER ##48
Marvel Comics • Ghost Rider Vol. 1 (1973 Series)
Writer
Michael Fleisher
Interior Artist
Don Perlin
Cover Artist
Bob Budiansky and Joe Rubinstein
Publication Date
Sept 1980
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze) battles Night-Slayer. The story is titled 'The Night of the Ghost-Slayer!' and features the ongoing supernatural adventures of the Spirit of Vengeance.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, minor corner blunting on the top left, slight edge wear along the right side, and surface wear typical of a mid-grade bronze age book. The cover maintains good color vibrancy but shows moderate handling wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10 USD | Graded (CGC 6.0): $35-$45 USD. Note: UK Price variants generally have a niche market compared to US cents copies.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for US editions in mid-grade range from $8 to $15. UK 15p variants often sell at a 10-20% discount or parity depending on finding an international collector.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees would exceed the market value of a mid-grade issue from this era, as it is not a major key issue.
Notable Features
Features a 'Spider-Man' head in the corner box (standard for the era). The top banner prominently features a 'THIS MARVEL COMIC COULD BE WORTH $2500 TO YOU!' sweepstakes advertisement. This is the UK 15p price variant.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1980 Marvel UK distribution copy. The 15p price stamp, typography, and paper aging are consistent with original Marvel production from the early 1980s.