The Spider-Woman ##8
Marvel Comics Group • Spider-Woman Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino; Al Gordon
Cover Artist
Joe Sinnott; Carmine Infantino
Publication Date
November 1978
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Jessica Drew (Spider-Woman) battles 'The Man Who Couldn't Die' (Magnus). The story continues the development of Jessica's origins and her relationship with her mentor/adversary Magnus. Features the characteristic 1970s Marvel cosmic/mystical tone.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting on the top right corner and bottom left corner. Some surface wear/scuffing on the light blue background of the cover. Slight edge wear along the bottom. Overall flat but shows signs of handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (CGC 9.0+): $40 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this issue range from $4 to $12. High-grade (9.6-9.8) copies of US editions can fetch $100+, but UK variants typically have a slightly narrower market unless in pristine condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping) would likely exceed the market value of the comic in this condition. It is a great reader copy or mid-tier collector piece.
Notable Features
UK Price Variant (12p instead of 35c). This edition was printed for distribution in the United Kingdom. Includes the 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' banner across the top, which is distinctive to British imports of the era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic bronze age Marvel UK price variant. Paper stock shows appropriate age-related toning. Print registration is solid. UPC barcode is present in the lower left, which is standard for this era.