The Amazing Spider-Man ##24
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Steve Ditko
Cover Artist
Steve Ditko
Publication Date
May 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man Goes Mad! Mysterio (as Dr. Ludwig Rinehart) attempts to convince Spider-Man he is losing his mind. J. Jonah Jameson also makes a significant appearance. This is a classic Silver Age story focused on psychological warfare.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress with color breaking, heavy corner blunting (specifically bottom right), moderate edge wear, tanning on the white cover portions, and potential minor surface staining or soiling. Minor creasing on the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $150 - $225; Graded (4.0): $250 - $325
Recent Sales
CGC 4.0 copies have recently sold for approximately $280-$310. Raw mid-low grade copies typically fetch between $120 and $200 depending on eye appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a Silver Age key, the current condition (mid-low grade) may not yield a massive premium after grading fees. However, if pressing could improve the grade to a 5.0, it becomes more viable.
Notable Features
Significant Silver Age issue featuring Spider-Man vs. Mysterio. Notable Steve Ditko art. Includes the 'M.M.M.S.' (Merry Marvel Marching Society) plug on the cover.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1965 original based on paper oxidation, dot-pattern printing methods visible in the colors, and staple placement characteristics of the era.