Even if we judge by name-recognition and number of movie adaptations alone, Spider-Man is one of the most popular superheroes ever created. His popularity also shows in auctions of Spider-Man comic books. Yours may be worth something, whether you have one mint-condition issue or a collection. Contact Central Mass Auctions today, or read on to find out more.
What are Spider-Man comics worth?
It depends on which comic you have. The original Amazing Spider-Man comics are the rarest and most valuable. Writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko released the original series from March 1963 to July 1966. There are 38 issues. If you have any of those, you’re sitting on real value.
For example, The Amazing Spider-Man #1 could be worth as much as $336,000 if it’s in mint or near-mint condition. That particular issue is the most expensive book ever sold in the comic book market. The second issue of the series is worth as much as $168,000.
Even relatively new comics, such as Amazing Spider-Man #569, published in 2008, can be worth as much as $350. Of course, many other books, series, and issues exist – some highly valuable, some just fun to read.
What determines the value of your Spider-Man comic book?
After the issue’s rarity and popularity, the comic’s condition is the most important factor. Comic books come in grades:
- Poor (P)
- Fair (F)
- Good (G)
- Very Good (VG)
- Fine (F)
- Very Fine (VF)
- Near Mint (NM)
- Mint (M)
- Gem Mint (GM)
Grade intersects with the issue’s rarity, popularity, and historical significance. An Edge of Spider-Verse #2 comic graded “very fine” may be worth just $70, but a Gem Mint condition of the same comic can be worth $13,000.
Getting your comics professionally appraised is important if you hope to sell them. The comics collectible market can be complex, and the collectors are willing to pay major money for change yearly.
Don’t rely on your Spidey Sense to tell you what it’s worth
You don’t have to become an expert to get top dollar for your Spider-Man comics. You just need to call Central Mass Auctions to schedule an appraisal. We’ll help you find out how much money your comics are worth, and if you decide to sell we can get you in touch with the legions of Spider-Fans who are willing to pay top dollar for the issues missing from their collections. Don’t get tangled in the web of selling on eBay.
