Web of Spider-Man ##73
Marvel Comics • Web of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
John Marc DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Alex Saviuk
Cover Artist
Alex Saviuk
Publication Date
February 1991
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (Barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Art Attack' storyline. Spider-Man battles the villainous Speedball and faces off against Dr. Octopus and members of the Sinister Six later in the arc. Key appearances include The Human Torch and the New Warriors.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks that do not appear to break color. Slight blunting on the top-left and bottom-left corners. The cover gloss and color vibrancy appear high. Minor edge-wear consistent with age. Centering is good with even borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00 / Graded (9.8): $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $8.00 - $10.00 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold for an average of $70.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approximately $35-50) likely exceeds the incremental market value gain for a non-key minor issue in this estimated grade range.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with UPC barcode. Features cameo by the Uncanny X-Men. Includes an ad for the first appearance of Darkhawk.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1991 printing based on the newsstand barcode (which includes the '02' month indicator), paper age-consistent off-white tones, and period-correct Marvel logo branding.