The Spectacular Spider-Man ##183
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
December 1991
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition - Comic Shop Logo)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Conclusion of 'The Child Within' (Part 6 of 6). Peter Parker and Harry Osborn (as the Green Goblin) have a final, violent confrontation. Harry struggles with the legacy of his father while Vermin is featured in the subplot. The story concludes with the emotional breakdown of Harry Osborn.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Apparent blunting on the top-right corner. Minor surface wear and some dulling of the cover gloss. Edgewear visible on the top and bottom edges. Slight vertical indentation near the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-grade condition typically sell for $2-$5. High-grade NM copies reach $10-$15. Slabbed 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $75 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading/shipping would exceed the market value of the book in this estimated 6.5 condition. It is a common 'dollar bin' era book unless in 9.8 condition.
Notable Features
Final part of the acclaimed 'The Child Within' storyline. Features a 30th Anniversary Fantastic Four logo in the UPC box area. Iconic battle cover by Sal Buscema. Direct Edition (indicated by the Spider-Man/FF graphics in the corner box instead of a barcode).
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1991 Marvel production. Newsprint interior pages; cover stock is semi-glossy. Includes standard 1991 price box and Comic Code Authority seal. Corner box art matches standard Direct Market distribution for this issue.