The Amazing Spider-Man ##45
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
John Romita Sr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr.
Publication Date
February 1967
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
"Spidey Smashes Out!" features Spider-Man battling the Lizard (Dr. Curt Connors). Key plot points include Peter Parker dealing with a broken arm from a previous battle while trying to stop the Lizard from releasing a serum to turn humans into reptiles.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors with some color breaking; minor corner blunting on the bottom left; light surface wear on the yellow background; minor edge wear and a small crease on the mid-left edge; overall good color vibrancy and presentation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $250 - $350 | Graded (6.5): $450 - $550
Recent Sales
Recent 6.5 CGC sales range from $420 to $580; raw copies in mid-grade condition typically sell for $200-$325.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading if the goals are preservation and maximizing resale value. A professional press could potentially raise the grade to a 7.0 or 7.5 by smoothing out non-color breaking surface indentations.
Notable Features
Third appearance of the Lizard; iconic John Romita Sr. cover art; features Aunt May and Anna Watson; early Silver Age key issue.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age 12-cent cover price; correct paper oxidation visible on the spine edge; period-accurate color palette and half-tone dot patterns.