Web of Spider-Man ##43
Marvel Comics • Web of Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Alex Saviuk
Cover Artist
Alex Saviuk
Publication Date
October 1988
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 of a storyline involving the Cult of Love. Spider-Man navigates a fiery crisis trying to rescue characters trapped by the dangerous cult.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor corner blunting, slight spine stress lines near staples, a price sticker affixed to the upper right cover area, and minor cover gloss loss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 8.0): $20.00 - $35.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sell consistently in the $3.00 to $5.00 range at local comic shops and online marketplaces.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading due to low market value versus grading costs, though cleaning to remove the price sticker could improve eye appeal if kept raw.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with barcode box featuring Spider-Man head symbol, part 4 of the Cult of Love storyline.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s Marvel newsprint paper stock, correct direct edition barcode box, standard staple placement, consistent with authentic period printing.