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2099 Alpha (2019 Marvel) 1D CGC 9.6 Bogdonovic Variant

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Bogdanovic Variant Cover

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Written by Nick Spencer. Art and Cover by Viktor Bogdonovic. 80 years ago, the Marvel Universe was born. 80 years from now, will it die?! THE FUTURE IS IN PERIL! Events of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN have been leading to this for months. Something is happening in 2099 that spans Nueva York and beyond and will shake up the official Marvel Future forever. This is not a drill! 36 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

2099 Unlimited (1993 Marvel) 2 CGC 9.2

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Label #2029929005

Cover art by Joe Brozowski (as J. J. Birch). "Thirty Mile Mall," script by Gerard Jones, pencils by Dwayne Turner, inks by Dwayne Turner and Kyle Baker; Hulk 2099 battles Mall-Trolls in a giant mall to save Quirk while hunting for Gawain to save him from the Knights of Banner. "Remote Control," script by Evan Skolnik, pencils by Chris Wozniak, inks by John Lowe; Spider-Man 2099 must overcome mind-control programming to keep from killing a man, and save himself from Poncho, Recoil, and Tarp, who are after the mind-control technology. "Hoisted on his Own Petard," script and art by Bob Fingerman; Street kids help a local merchant who is being pressured by organized crime. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $3.95.

A-Force (2015) 1A CGC 9.8 Cheung

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Label #3776095006

Secret Wars: Warzones - Written by C. Willow Wilson and Marguerite Bennett. Art by Jorge Molina. Cover by Jim Cheung. Marvel's Mightiest Women finally get their own explosive series! In a secluded corner of the Battleworld, an island nation is fiercely protected by a team of Avengers the likes of which has only ever been glimpsed before… Fighting to protect the small sliver of their world that's left, the Amazing A-FORCE stands shoulder-to-shoulder, ready to take on the horde! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Adventures into Terror (1951 Atlas/Marvel) 10 CGC 3.5

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THE BOBBY BLUE COLLECTION.

Label #4377425004

When the Vampire Calls!, art by Joe Maneely; A village suspects a beautiful young woman of being a vampire but her lover tries to warn her to leave before the mob arrives and discovers that it is her brother who is the drinker of human blood. The Dark Passage, art by Ogden Whitney; A convicted killer believes that he has gone to the infirmary and escaped in the ambulance when the ghosts take him to his fate as he has really died in the electric chair. The Sacred Tiger text story. What Walter Saw, pencils by Ed Goldfarb. The Snake!, art by George Roussos. The Old Hag, art by Bernard Krigstein. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

Adventures into Terror (1951 Atlas/Marvel) 28 CGC 7.0

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The Bobby Blue Collection.

Label #4393138001

Cry Werewolf, art by Joe Sinnott. Doll of Doom text story. The Men in the Morgue, art by Gene Colan; Two killers attempt to hide in the morgue, but the attendant locks them in the freezer. Insane, art by Al Eadeh. The Smasher, art by Myron Fass. Half-Man, pencils by John Forte. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

Adventures on the Planet of the Apes (1975) 1 CGC 9.6

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Label #4481098006

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Planet of the Apes 6-part movie adaptation begins. Reprints Planet of the Apes magazine in color. Cover pencils by Rich Buckler (?), inks by Joe Sinnott; NASA astronauts George Taylor, Dodge, Landon and Stewart lock themselves into suspended animation for a long-term voyage through deep space; The purpose of their mission is to test the Hasslein theory of the effects on a vehicle traveling at the speed of light; During the journey, the ship is pulled into a planet's gravitational field and it crash lands into a lake; They paddle to shore as their space capsule sinks; They have no idea what planet they are on; They find a colony of mute, savage human primitives and an attractive dark-haired woman that immediately catches Taylor's eye; Suddenly, a pack of horseback riding, rifle-bearing gorillas storm through the brush and begin hunting the savages; Taylor and the others have no choice but to flee along with the others. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Age of Ultron (2013 Marvel) 1B CGC 9.8 Blank Variant

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Sketch Edition

Label #2094794005

Blank Variant Cover. Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Bryan Hitch. For years the heroes of the Marvel Universe have lived in fear that the artificial intelligence known as Ultron would one day evolve to fulfill its desire to wipe out all organic life and take over the Earth -- that day has arrived. Cover price $3.99.

Alpha Flight (1983 1st Series) 106B CGC 9.8 Parcella Blue Label Variant 2nd Printing

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Second Printing

Label #4426010006

2nd printing. "The Walking Wounded!" Story by Scott Lobdell. Art by Mark Parcella and Dan Panosian. During a heated battle with the villain known as Mr. Hyde, Northstar discovers an infant that had been abandoned in a dumpster. This is a tragic tale ripped from the headlines. Plus, Northstar reveals something about his sexuality. Cover price $1.75.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 2 CGC 4.5

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Label #4469990005

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of the Vulture in Duel to the Death with the Vulture!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; The Vulture is so confident in his abilities that he announces his plans to steal a diamond shipment to the police; When Spider-Man hears this he decides to stop the Vulture. The Uncanny Threat of the Terrible Tinkerer!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; When Peter Parker discovers some alien modifications to a professor's radio he tracks down a group of aliens with plans to take over the Earth. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 139. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 10 CGC 3.5

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Label #4419872002

Cover pencils by Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby, inks by Steve Ditko and Dick Ayers. The Enforcers!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; The Enforcers try to shake down Betty Brant, which brings them to the attention of Spider-Man. House as for Fantastic Four #24, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by George Roussos. Special Announcement Section wherein Stan plugs a few upcoming issues. X-Men #4, The Avengers #4 and Fantastic Four #25 are mentioned. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 18 CGC 4.5

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Label #4453555003

Cover art by Steve Ditko. Third appearance of the Sandman in The End of Spider-Man!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; With the entire city thinking he is a coward, Spider-Man runs from Sandman; Peter's life is in shambles, and he contemplates giving up being Spider-Man to concentrate on his personal life; Cameos by the Avengers, Daredevil, the Fantastic Four, the Green Goblin, Kraven the Hunter, Doctor Octopus, and the Vulture. First appearance of Ned Leeds (later Hobgoblin). Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 13 and 156. Letter to the editor from comics artist Frank Brunner. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 20 CGC 7.5

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Label #4508229002

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Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of the Scorpion in The Coming of the Scorpion!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; J. Jonah Jameson pays Dr. Stillwell to turn Mac Gargan into the Scorpion to try to capture Spider-Man. Stillwell's formula makes Gargan become more evil than he originally was and the Scorpion goes on a rampage and is finally stopped by Spider-Man. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 15 and 158. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 21 CGC 6.5

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Inner well not fully sealed.

Label #4191482002

Cover art by Steve Ditko. Second appearance of the Beetle in Where Flies the Beetle...!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; after getting out of jail, Abner Jenkins dons his Beetle guise and prepares for revenge on the Human Torch; drama between Johnny Storm and Doris Evans and Peter Parker and Betty Brant; Human Torch teams with Spidey against Beetle. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 16 and 159. Spider-Man pin-up by Ditko. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 22 CGC 8.5

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Label #4465663001

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of Princess Python (part of the Masters of Menace) in The Clown and His Masters of Menace!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; Spider-Man goes to Ringmaster and his criminal circus performers hotel room; the performers kick Ringmaster out of their group and steal some paintings; Spidey battles Ringmaster. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 17 and 160. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 24 CGC 5.0

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Label #4454519005

Spider-Man goes to see a psychiatrist! But it's really Mysterio messing with Spidey's mind in "Spider-Man Goes Mad." Script by Stan Lee, art and cover by Steve Ditko. Cameos (actually part of Spider-Man's imagination) by Doctor Octopus, the Vulture, and the Sandman. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 19 and 162. Letters to the editor from comics writer Don McGregor and mycomicshop.com president Buddy Saunders! Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 28 CGC 6.0

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Label #4305290013

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of the Molten Man in "The Menace of the Molten Man!", script by Steve Ditko (plot) and Stan Lee (script), art by Steve Ditko; Peter Parker needs his old costume, so he goes to the lab of the inventor Smythe, who created the robot J. Jonah Jameson used to try and beat Spiderman with; During that battle Parker had to remove his costume in order to escape; While there he witnesses an argument between Smythe and a man named Raxton, which results in an accident turning Raxton into, the Molten Man; At first Raxton is confused when he walks out of the lab, but on the street he gets mad at a driver and smashes the car with his fists; Realizing his power Raxton decides he can be a super villain, but before he can do anything Spiderman comes in through his window and asks Raxton to turn himself in stating that so far no major crimes have been committed; A fight ensues; Peter graduates from high school. The Merry Marvel Bullpen Page. Reprinted in Marvel Tales #166. This is a very difficult book to find in the higher grades because the black cover easily shows virtually every imperfection, no matter how minor. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 29 CGC 7.0

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Label #2069641004

Cover by Steve Ditko. Never Step on a Scorpion!, script by Steve Ditko (plot) and Stan Lee (script), pencils by Steve Ditko, inks by Steve Ditko; Scorpion breaks free from jail and plans on killing both Spider-Man and J. Jonah Jameson. The Merry Marvel Bullpen Page; Ads for Spider-Man T-Shirt and MMMS fan club. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 168. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 34 CGC 6.5

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Label #2078566002

Cover by Steve Ditko. Fourth appearance of Kraven the Hunter in "The Thrill of the Hunt", script by Steve Ditko (plot) and Stan Lee (script), art by Steve Ditko; Kraven dresses up as Spider-Man and harasses J. Jonah Jameson to get Spider-Man to come out for a re-match of their last fight. Ad for Marvel T-Shirts and Mighty Marvel Marching Society items, art by Marie Severin. Letter to the editor from comics editor Richard Pini (Elfquest). 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 38 CGC 7.5

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Label #2021639010

Cover art by Steve Ditko. Second appearance of Mary Jane (cameo; face not shown) in Just a Guy Named Joe!, script by Steve Ditko (Plot) and Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; Average joe, Joe Smith, fails at being a fighter and tries his hand at acting; Dressed up as a robotic monster, he is zapped with electricity and chemicals which causes him to go on a violent spree against those who doubted his abilities; Meanwhile, Norman Osborn puts a price on Spidey's head and our hero is plagued with goons trying to bump him off; Pete narrowly misses meeting Mary Jane. This is Ditko's final issue of Spider-Man. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 177. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 41 CGC 6.5

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Label #3918397001

Cover pencils by John Romita Sr., inks by Mike Esposito and John Romita (touch-ups). First appearance of the Rhino in The Horns of the Rhino!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita Sr., inks by Mike Esposito (as M. Demeo) and John Romita Sr. (touch-ups); The Rhino attempts to kidnap John Jameson to turn him over to foreign powers that want his secrets about the U.S. space program; Spider-Man manages to stop the Rhino. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 30 and 190. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 43 CGC 7.5

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Label #0904820002

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1st full appearance of Mary Jane (cameos in #25,38, & 42). Cover by John Romita Sr.. MJ has her first in-depth interaction with Peter Parker, plus cameos by Foggy Nelson and Matt Murdock (Daredevil) in Rhino on the Rampage!, script by Stan Lee, art by John Romita Sr.; Rhino escapes from police custody and is looking for revenge on Spider-Man for defeating his attempt to kidnap John Jameson. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 32 and 183. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 47 CGC 9.0

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Label #4446257001

Cover by John Romita Sr. "In the Hands of the Hunter," script by Stan Lee, art and cover by John Romita Sr.; Kraven the Hunter wants cash from Norman Osborn for attacking Spider-Man; since Norman is out of town, Kraven kidnaps Norman's son, Harry, at a party; Spider-Man appears, and he and Kraven fight, but when Norman shows up he can't remember who Kraven is, so doesn't pay him the money; Kraven escapes while Spidey saves Norman. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 33 and 187. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 49 CGC 7.5

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Label #4360968002

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Cover by John Romita Sr. Sixth appearance of Kraven the Hunter, and second appearance of the new Vulture (Blackie Drago) in From the Depths of Defeat!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita, inks by Mike Esposito (uncredited); As Peter recovers from the injuries received in his fight with the new Vulture, he sees television coverage of a fight between the Vulture and Kraven and goes out to capture them. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 35 and 189. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 56 CGC 7.0

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Label #4384110020

Doctor Octopus appearance and the first appearance of Capt. Stacy in "Disaster" script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita Sr., inks by Mike Esposito as "Mickey Demeo." Spidey has amnesia, and Doc Ock convinces him that they are partners! Will he fall for it? Or just go along until his memory comes back? Romita cover. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 41. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 59 CGC 8.5

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Label #0245490001

First cover appearance of Mary Jane Watson in "The Brand of the Brainwasher!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Don Heck (pencils). Inks by Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo). Classic cover by John Romita. Mary Jane has a new job as a go-go dancer at the Gloom Room nightclub! And for MJ's opening night many of her friends and city officials -- including Captain George Stacy -- attend the show. Interestingly, Mary Jane has a second task for the evening: take pictures of the club's guests with a special camera. After MJ snaps a photo of Gwen's father, he begins acting strangely and then disappears! Who is the owner of this nightclub by the way? Peter suspects that something is amiss, so he quickly changes clothes and swings into action! The night began with Peter Parker on a date with Gwen Stacy...and ends with the Amazing Spider-Man rescuing Mary Jane Watson! A fun issue! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Harry Osborn, and the Kingpin. (Notes: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #42. This issue includes a statement of ownership: average print run: 587,213; average paid circulation 361,663.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 61 CGC 7.5

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Label #3835756001

"What a Tangled Web We Weave!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Don Heck (pencils). Inks by Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo). Cover by John Romita. Gwen Stacy realizes that her father is seriously ill -- plus in danger -- so she takes him to the airport to leave New York City. But the Kingpin's men intercept them in the terminal...and take the pair to their boss' new hideaway -- inside Norman Osborn's chemical plant! After hours of searching, the web-slinger learns where Gwen and Captain Stacy are being held. And he dashes to their location...for a very personal showdown vs. the Kingpin of Crime! Can the amazing one knock out the Kingpin and save Gwen? Perhaps Norman Osborn (of all people) will lend a hand! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: This issue is Gwen Stacy's first cover appearance. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #44.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 62 CGC 9.0

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Label #4276569005

"Make Way for Medusa!" Guest-starring Medusa. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Don Heck (pencils). Inks by Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo). Cover by John Romita. The inhuman with the living red hair comes to New York City! Medusa is on a mission from Black Bolt to see how regular everyday people might relate to the Inhumans -- if they choose to rejoin society someday. Unfortunately, one of the first persons Madame Medusa meets...is the CEO of a hair spray company! The duplicitous executive tricks Spider-Man and Medusa into fighting one another (as shown on the fantastic cover) -- to support his advertising campaign! Eventually, the web-slinger and Medusa realize what's happening...and they turn the tables on the shady CEO. Cameo appearances by Captain Stacy, Gwen Stacy, Mary Jane Watson, J. Jonah Jameson, Norman Osborn, and Harry Osborn. (Notes: Spectacular Spider-Man (1968 Magazine) #1 was also published this month. The letters page includes a letter from Mark Lamberti -- long-time friend of Lone Star Comics. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #45.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 64 CGC 9.0

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Label #2110720021

"The Vulture's Prey" Part 2 of 2. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Don Heck (pencils). Inks by Mike Esposito (aka Mickey Demeo). Cover by John Romita. The Amazing Spider-Man and the Vulture fight from cover to cover in the skies over the Daily Bugle Building! And consequently, Joe Robertson and J. Jonah Jameson have front row seats to the terrific action! However the wall-crawler has an injured shoulder -- and it's giving Adrian Toomes the upper hand! How can Spider-Man turn the tide in mid-air? And score a desperate victory over the Vulture? Cameo appearances by Captain Stacy, Gwen Stacy, Betty Brant, Ned Leeds, Aunt May, Anna Watson, and Mary Jane Watson. (Notes: The Vulture (aka Adrian Toomes) returns several years later in Spectacular Spider-Man (1st series) #4. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #47.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 69 CGC 9.0

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Label #1305838002

"Mission: Crush the Kingpin!" Part 2 of 3. Plot by John Romita. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Romita. The Spectacular Spider-Man is on the hunt for the Kingpin -- after the crime boss stole the ancient clay tablet from the ESU exhibit hall. However the Kingpin actually wants the web-slinger to find him, so he can polish off the wall-crawler permanently! When the amazing one locates Wilson Fisk's hideaway...another great battle between Spider-Man and the Kingpin erupts! Who will win this time? And where is the clay tablet? Cameo appearances by Captain Stacy, Gwen Stacy, J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson, and Randy Robertson. (Notes: The first mention of the Kingpin's wife occurs in this issue. The letters page includes a letter from comics artist Kerry Gammill. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #52.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 91 CGC 8.5

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Label #4442422011

"To Smash A Spider!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita. Cover by John Romita. The family and friends of Captain George Stacy are in a state of disbelief following his tragic death. And after his funeral, the blame game for his demise begins in earnest. Gwen blames Spider-Man. And of course J. Jonah Jameson does too. A sleazy political rival of Captain Stacy -- named Sam Bullit -- takes advantage of the situation by starting a political campaign centered on capturing Spider-Man. And to make matters worse...Gwen volunteers to work on the campaign! What in the world can Peter Parker do...to save both his reputation and his relationship? Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson and Harry Osborn. (Note: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #72.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 94 CGC 8.0

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Label #4457582001

"On Wings of Death!" Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by Sal Buscema. Cover by John Romita. These are sad days for Peter Parker as his girlfriend, Gwen Stacy, has moved to London. So to get his mind off his troubles, Peter walks to Queens to visit his Aunt May. And thank goodness he does! Because May Parker has been taken hostage by the Beetle while grocery shopping! The web-slinger is horrified that his aunt is in danger! And he makes a beeline to the grocery store -- for a very personal fight against the belligerent Beetle! Retelling of Spider-Man's origin. Cameo appearances by Betty Brant and Anna Watson. (Notes: This issue features a full-page panel of Spider-Man encircled by eight of his greatest foes. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #75.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 105 CGC 8.5

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Label #4466630022

"The Spider Slayer!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. Harry Osborn is out of the hospital after receiving treatment for his drug addiction. And to welcome Harry back to his apartment, Peter and Aunt May throw a party for him! Many of Harry's friends attend including Gwen, Mary Jane, and Flash Thompson -- plus Harry's father Norman. Meanwhile, J. Jonah Jameson meets with Spencer Smythe across town. Is Professor Smythe cooking up another spider slayer? Yes he is! And right at dusk the new and improved spider slayer attacks the web-slinger! Will this spider slayer live up to its name? Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson and Randy Robertson. (Notes: This issue is the first appearance of the spider slayer robot -- shaped like an actual spider. Spencer Smythe previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man #58. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #84.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 109 CGC 8.5

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Label #0100804018

"Enter: Dr. Strange!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. The web-slinger frantically swings through the city trying to pick up a signal from his spider tracer! The amazing one tossed the tracer on the tall man who abducted Flash last issue. So find the tracer...find Flash! But instead Spider-Man picks up a message from the Master of the Mystic Arts! Somehow Dr. Strange knows were Flash has been taken. The duo rushes to the location, and the battle to rescue Flash begins! Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy, Harry Osborn, Aunt May, and Sha Shan. (Notes: Spider-Man and Dr. Strange meet again in Marvel Team-Up #21. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #88.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 121 CGC 9.0

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Label #2123965024

The Green Goblin kills Gwen Stacy in "The Night Gwen Stacy Died," a story that fans still talk about. It was the first big shocking death in comics (perhaps even ushering in the bronze age!). Script writer Gerry Conway is remembered by many as "the writer who killed Gwen" (even though obviously Stan Lee himself okayed a story of this significance). Gil Kane provides the unforgettable pencils, with inks by John Romita Sr. and Tony Mortellaro. Romita cover. The story continues in issue #122. (Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 98 and 192.) 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 124 CGC 4.0

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Label #4339824006

First appearance of the Man-Wolf (aka John Jameson) in "The Mark of the Man-Wolf" Part 1 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro. Cover by John Romita. While web-slinging through the city, Spider-Man stops to take a look at the local papers, and becomes mad that the Bugle is the only newspaper calling him a murderer in connection with the death of Norman Osborn! The angry wall-crawler rushes to JJJ's apartment, but the Man-Wolf gets there first! Spider-Man rescues J. Jonah Jameson and battles the Man-Wolf! First appearance of Kristine Saunders. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: In the letters page, the web-slinger's fans react to Gwen Stacy's death. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 101.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 143 CGC 9.0

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Label #4419693005

"...And the Wind Cries: Cyclone!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. The irrepressible J. Jonah Jameson has been kidnapped in the City of Lights! So Joe Robertson and Peter Parker rush to Paris, France to rescue their boss! The treacherous search for the Daily Bugle publisher leads from the Place Vendôme to the Arc de Triomphe to the Eiffel Tower! Where the Amazing Spider-Man clashes with a new international adversary: The Cyclone! The whirlwind-like villain boasts that he has Jonah! And also that the web-slinger better meet the ransom demands…or face his own Waterloo! First appearance of the Cyclone. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Betty Brant, Flash Thompson, Liz Allan, Professor Miles Warren, and the Gwen Stacy clone. Flashback cameo by Mysterio. (Notes: This issue features the memorable first kiss between Peter and Mary Jane at Kennedy Airport. The letters page includes a letter from comics publisher Dean Mullaney. Giant-Size Spider-Man 4 featuring the third appearance of the Punisher was also published this month. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 120.) 32 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 144 CGC 9.6

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Label #4478558017

First (full) appearance of the Gwen Stacy clone in "The Delusion Conspiracy!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Frank Giacoia (finishes), and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. On the banks of the Seine River inside the Cathedral de Notre Dame, the wondrous wall-crawler battles the Cyclone to save J. Jonah Jameson and Joe Robertson! With a bit of American ingenuity the spectacular one defeats the French super-villain and sets a course for home! On the long flight back, Peter looks forward to reuniting with Mary Jane; but when he arrives at his Chelsea apartment…he finds Gwen Stacy instead! What?! Unbelievable! The web-slinger's nightmare is only just beginning. Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Anna Watson. Origin of the Cyclone. (Notes: This issue along with its dramatic cover sent shockwaves thru Marveldom when it was published. The Cyclone appears next in Spectacular Spider-Man 22 & 23. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #18 Volstagg by Jack Kirby and John Romita. The letters page also includes a letter from Fantagraphics publisher Kim Thompson. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 524,583; average paid circulation 288,232. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 121.) 32 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 155 CGC 9.8

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Label #4495136015

"Whodunit!" Script by Len Wein. Art by Sal Buscema (layouts) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by John Romita. In shocking fashion the co-developer of the Worldwide Habitual Offender database is found murdered in his research lab! And the task of finding the killer falls to none other than your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! The web-slinger scours the city searching for suspects! But the trail of clues leads back to the lab! Who is the killer? Who indeed! Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 530,714; average paid circulation 273,773. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 132. A 30-cent cover price variant exists for this issue.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 157 CGC 8.5

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Label #4482212001

"The Ghost That Haunted Octopus!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Len Wein. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by John Romita. Doc Ock returns to action! Thanks to the warmth and generosity of one May Parker! What?! Imagine the shock of her wall-crawling nephew when he walks into his aunt's home...and sees Dr. Octopus reclining on the sofa! Surprisingly Peter keeps his composure until the ghost of Hammerhead appears! And then all heck breaks loose! The six-armed doctor grabs May and takes off across town! The web-slinger follows while Hammerhead just simmers! Who knows what will happen next! Cameo appearances by Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, and Liz Allan. Flashback cameos by Dr. Octopus and Hammerhead to explain the final moments of Amazing Spider-Man 131. (Notes: The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series B #94 Conan the Barbarian by Barry Windsor-Smith. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 134. A 30-cent cover price variant exists for this issue.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 161 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4482212002

"And the Nightcrawler Came Prowling, Prowling" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Nightcrawler. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Mike Esposito (finishes), and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. Someone is going around New York City impersonating the Punisher! The Amazing Spider-Man thinks the sniper might be Nightcrawler! While the new X-Man believes the shooter could be the web-slinger! First at Coney Island and later at the Roosevelt Island Tramway, Nightcrawler and the wall-crawler clash amid their mutual confusion! But the situation becomes crystal clear once the heroes find themselves in the crosshairs...of the real Punisher! The bullets fly next issue! Cameo appearances by the Punisher, Wolverine, Colossus, Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, Liz Allan, Joe Robertson, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: This issue features the first meeting between Spider-Man and Nightcrawler. The web-slinger meets all of the new X-Men for the first time in Marvel Team-Up Annual 1. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 214.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 168 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4482212003

"Murder on the Wind!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ed Hannigan and John Romita. At the famous Rockefeller Center skating rink; the web-slinger, Will-O'-the-Wisp, and spider-slayer assemble for a tripartite throw down! Once the Wisp flees the scene, Spidey puts Jonah's spider-slayer on ice! Later that evening in Times Square under coercion from Dr. Jonah Harrow, Will-O'-the-Wisp attacks Spider-Man! If the Wisp doesn't kill the web-slinger, he will lose his life! If he does kill him, the Wisp will lose his humanity! Caught in a diabolical dilemma, what will the Wisp do with the wall-crawler's life hanging in the balance? A gut-wrenching conclusion! Cameo appearances by Dr. Marla Madison and Mary Jane Watson. (Notes: Dr. Jonas Harrow previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man 126 and challenges the web-slinger again in Amazing Spider-Man 206. Will-O'-the-Wisp returns in Spectacular Spider-Man 57.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 175 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4503307003

"Big Apple Battleground!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. It's a spectacular shootout atop the Statue of Liberty! The inscription at the statue's base calls for the tired, poor, and huddled masses; but tonight lady liberty is instead receiving the homicidal, vengeful, scared, and amazing! In the persons of the Hitman, Punisher, J. Jonah Jameson, and Spider-Man! Three of the men will survive their harrowing encounter. One will not. An outstanding issue! Final appearance of the Hitman. Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn, Flash Thompson, Joe Robertson, Dr. Marla Madison, and Dr. Bart Hamilton. (Notes: The Punisher appears next in Captain America 241. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 217.) 32 pages. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 217. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 179 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #4482212004

"The Goblin's Always Greener!" Part 4 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. In desperate fashion the web-slinger escapes from the Green Goblin's trap and makes a beeline for New Hope Hospital! Once inside Peter finally signs the consent forms to begin his aunt's surgery! While May's heart operation takes place, Joe Robertson tells Peter about a major disturbance going on at Radio City Music Hall. When the wall-crawler arrives at the Showplace of the Nation, the three-way battle erupts: the Green Goblin vs. Silvermane vs. the Amazing Spider-Man! And the winner will be determined next issue! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Anna Watson, and Harry Osborn. 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 187 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4482212005

"The Power of Electro!" Guest-starring Captain America. Plot by Marv Wolfman and Jim Starlin. Script by Marv Wolfman. Brilliant art by Jim Starlin (layouts) and Bob McLeod (finishes). Cover by Keith Pollard. It's an overstuffed tale featuring the star-spangled avenger, web-slinger, SHIELD, Electro, and the bubonic plague! When the Daily Bugle receives a tip that authorities have cordoned off the neighborhoods surrounding the Indian Point Power Station, Jonah sends his ace photographer to investigate! The web-slinger easily slips past the SHIELD agents, but runs into a problem after bumping into the Sentinel of Liberty! Cap wants the wall-crawler to leave the area ASAP! But Cap would think differently if he knew that an electrifying encounter awaits! The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America vs. Electro! Cameo appearances by Dum Dum Dugan, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: This is one of only three issues Jim Starlin drew for the Amazing Spider-Man title (1st series): issues 113, 114, and 187. More of Jim Starlin's artwork featuring Spider-Man can be seen in Marvel Two-in-One Annual 2. The web-slinger and Electro previously battled in Marvel Team-Up 56.) 32 pages Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 188 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4482212006

"The Jigsaw is Up!" Script by Marv Wolfman. Art by Keith Pollard (layouts) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin. After laying low for a few months, Jigsaw wants to return to a peaceful life of crime...by avoiding any and all super-heroes! So the disfigured hitman picks an easy target for his next caper: a midnight boat cruise around Manhattan! But poor Jigsaw doesn't know that a group of long-time friends have decided to take the boat ride too! Namely Flash, Sha Shan, Harry, Liz, Mary Jane, Betty, and Peter! Once Jigsaw grabs Harry and Liz at gunpoint, the wondrous wall-crawler swings into action! And Jigsaw's worst nightmare comes true: another clash with the Spectacular Spider-Man! Cameo appearances by John Jameson and Aunt May. (Notes: Jigsaw formerly appeared in Amazing Spiderman 162 and returns in the first issue of the Punisher Limited Series (1986). The letters page includes a lengthy letter from comics writer Kurt Busiek.) 32 pages Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 189 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4482212007

"Mayhem by Moonlight!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Art by John Byrne (breakdowns) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Byrne and Bob McLeod. J. Jonah Jameson desperately searches for clues in the kidnapping of his son John! Fearing the worst the stressed out publisher of the Daily Bugle brings every resource to bear! While studying the facts, Joe Robertson realizes that the mysterious kidnapper may have a vendetta against not only Jonah, but the web-slinger too! Jonah doesn't care about Spider-Man though, he only wants to see his son again! And as shown on the terrific cover, J. Jonah Jameson will be reunited with his son! But will it be John the man...or the Man-Wolf? Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Betty Brant, Dr. Marla Madison, and Professor Spencer Smythe. (Notes: The web-slinger previously battled the Man-Wolf in Marvel Team-Up 37. This is one of only three issues John Byrne drew for the Amazing Spider-Man title (1st series): issues 189, 190, and 206.) Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 190 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4482212008

"In Search of the Man-Wolf!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Art by John Byrne (layouts) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by Keith Pollard and Al Milgrom. In incredible fashion the Man-Wolf (aka John Jameson) has reappeared in Manhattan and snatched his father! And now the wondrous wall-crawler chases the lupine beast across the city to rescue Jonah! As Spider-Man and the Man-Wolf battle towards the East River, Professor Spence Smythe revels in his victory! The amazing one finally corners the Man-Wolf atop the Brooklyn Bridge! It's a place the web-slinger knows all too well. With John Jameson's life hanging in the balance, can the Amazing Spider-Man prevent history from repeating itself? A powerful two-part story. (Notes: The plot briefly crosses over with the story in Fantastic Four 204. The Man-Wolf returns in Savage She-Hulk 13 & 14; and battles the web-slinger again in Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 3.) 32 pages Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 191 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4495166010

"Wanted for Murder: Spider-Man!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Art by Keith Pollard (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Al Milgrom. The publisher of the Daily Bugle is in a state of rage following the presumed death of his son last issue! And J. Jonah Jameson puts all the blame on the amazing one! Determined to take aggressive action against the web-slinger, Jonah visits Professor Spencer Smythe and asks him to create another spider slayer! Ironically, Professor Smythe has one standing by all ready to go! But it's a trap for Jonah now...and the Spectacular Spider-Man later! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Betty Brant, Dr. Marla Madison, and Joe Robertson. Last 35¢ issue. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 194D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

Paper: Off white to white

Label #1239291006

Direct Edition. First appearance of the Black Cat in "Never Let The Black Cat Cross Your Path!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Art by Keith Pollard (breakdowns) and Frank Giacoia (finishes). Cover by Al Milgrom. One of the landmark issues of the Amazing Spider-Man series! The dazzling debut of the Black Cat! The wall-crawler has spent the first 193 issues of his title chasing super-villains! But tonight he's going to kiss one instead! Wow! Does the web-slinger stand a chance against the beauty and charm of Felicia Hardy? Not when the alluring cat has his tongue! And maybe later his heart! A terrific issue! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Betty Brant, Ned Leeds, Harry Osborn, Flash Thompson, Mysterio (in civilian clothes), and the burglar. (Notes: The Black Cat is the creative highlight of the Wolfman-Pollard run on the Amazing Spider-Man title. Dave Cockrum designed the cat's costume. The letters page includes an alternate cover (for issue 194) by Keith Pollard. It also includes an alternate cover to Spider-Woman 9 by Carmine Infantino. This two-part story was reprinted in the trade paperback: Spider-Man vs. the Black Cat (2005). 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.40.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 206D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4481504007

Direct Edition. "A Method in His Madness!" Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Byrne (breakdowns) and Gene Day (finishes). Cover by Al Milgrom. For the past few weeks, the devious Dr. Jonas Harrow has tormented J. Jonah Jameson with his Mental Attitude Response Variator (MARV) ray! And after forcing the Daily Bugle's publisher to have a nervous breakdown, the twisted doctor turns his attention to the city editor: Joe Robertson! While blasting Robbie (from afar) with the MARV ray, Dr. Harrow decides to radiate the entire Bugle city room! But the mad scientist is not aware that Spider-Man's alter-ego has stopped by for a visit! One thing leads to another...and the web-slinger, Jonah, and Jonas rendezvous for a meeting of the minds! May the craziest man win! (Note: This is one of only three issues John Byrne penciled for the Amazing Spider-Man title (1st series): issues 189, 190, and 206.) Cover price $0.40.