Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man ##122
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Luke McDonnell
Cover Artist
Rich Buckler
Publication Date
January 1987
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (Barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man in his black symbiote-style costume battles the Mauler. The story, 'Father's Night Out,' involves the Mauler (Brendan Doyle) trying to regain custody of his son, leading to a conflict with Peter Parker.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; blunting on the upper and lower left corners; minor edge wear on the right side; slight color rub or surface wear near the top header and along the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.0+): $50 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw VF copies typically sell for $8-$12. High-grade 9.8 CGC slabs average around $150, but mid-grades see significantly less demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $30-$50) exceeds the value of a 7.5-8.0 copy. Only recommended if the book was in 9.6+ condition or held immense sentimental value.
Notable Features
Features the Iconic Black Suit (Non-symbiote cloth version). 25th Anniversary logo in the top left corner. Newsstand edition barcode. Appearance by the Mauler.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s newsstand copy. Proper corner aging, industry-standard trade dress for the era, and correct Rich Buckler signature placement '85 (though published in '87).