MARVEL TALES STARRING SPIDER-MAN ##142
Marvel Comics Group • Marvel Tales (1964) Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Steve Ditko
Cover Artist
Steve Ditko (reprint art)
Publication Date
August 1982
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing (for this issue)
Comic Description
This issue is a reprint of The Amazing Spider-Man #6. It features the first appearance and origin of The Lizard (Dr. Curt Connors). Spider-Man travels to the Florida Everglades to investigate reports of a 'Lizard Man'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the top right corner. The cover retains high gloss and color vibrancy with no major creases or structural tears visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $90
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$10 on platforms like eBay. High-grade (9.8) slabbed copies have sold between $50 and $95 depending on the buyer market.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading typically exceeds the market value for this specific bronze-age reprint issue unless it is a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Reprint of ASM #6. Features a classic Steve Ditko cover composition. Direct edition (indicated by the barcode stripes). Part of the 'Marvel Age of Comics is Back!' branding era.
Authentication Notes
The 60 cent price point and Marvel Comics Group header are consistent with 1982 publication standards. The paper stock and ink density appear authentic for an early 80s Marvel reprint.