The Amazing Spider-Man #57 (1968) Silver Age

Description: This is a rare and valuable edition of The Amazing Spider-Man #57 from 1968, part of the Silver Age era of US Comics. This single issue comic book features the iconic characters Spider-Man (Peter Parker), Gwen Stacy, and Ka-Zar (Kevin Plunder) and is written by the legendary Stan Lee, John Romita Sr., and Don Heck. The comic is in very good+ condition, graded 4.5, and is a must-have for any collector of superheroes and Marvel (MCU) universe fans. The publisher is Marvel Comics and it was not signed by anyone. This item is sold as a single unit and comes in the format of a comic book. Get your hands on this rare and valuable collectible today! Analysis of the Comic Book: The Amazing Spider-Man #57Front Cover:Condition:Corners: Slight blunting, particularly on the top left corner.Spine: Visible wear with multiple small stress lines and some minor splitting near the top and bottom.Edges: Moderate wear with small tears and creases, especially along the bottom edge.Surface: Vibrant colors but noticeable surface wear and creasing, particularly along the spine. Some small stains and markings are visible.General Cleanliness: Shows signs of age with some discoloration and markings.Back Cover:Condition:Corners: Blunting consistent with the front cover.Spine: Similar wear as the front, with stress lines and some splitting.Edges: Moderate wear with small tears and creases.Surface: Noticeable discoloration, light staining, and wear.General Cleanliness: Significant discoloration and wear marks.Interior Pages:Condition:Staples: Some rust visible on the staples, with slight migration onto the pages.Pages: Discoloration and slight brittleness, consistent with age.Edges: Some fraying and minor tears.Surface: General wear with some creasing and discoloration.Defects and Considerations:Corner Blunting:Both covers show minor to moderate corner wear, affecting the grade.Edge Wear:Pronounced wear along the edges, with small tears and creases affecting the grade.Spine Condition:Multiple small stress lines and some minor splitting near the top and bottom of the spine, impacting the grade.Surface Quality:Both covers have vibrant colors but significant surface wear and creasing, with some visible stains and markings.Interior Condition:Some rust on staples with slight migration, discoloration, and brittleness of the pages are indicative of the comic's age.Updated Estimated Grade:Considering the moderate defects, including multiple stress lines along the spine, minor splitting, corner and edge wear, surface wear and discoloration, and interior page aging with staple rust, I would estimate the grade to be 4.5 (Very Good+). These defects collectively detract from both the structural integrity and aesthetic quality of the comic. Grading Disclaimer:Please note that the comic book grades provided are based on an opinion based grading system. While we strive to provide accurate and helpful grading, we are not professional graders. The grades offered represent our best guess and should be considered as opinions rather than definitive evaluations.As a buyer, you are encouraged to use your own discretion and judgment when assessing the condition of any comic book before making a purchase. We recommend consulting with a professional grader for a more precise and authoritative grade.The grades provided are for informational purposes only and should not be solely relied upon for purchasing decisions. We do not accept responsibility for any discrepancies or issues that may arise from the use of this grading system.Thank you for your understanding.Comic Book Grading Guide When grading comics for our eBay listings, we follow a comprehensive set of criteria to ensure that you have a clear understanding of the condition of each book. Below is a detailed guide outlining the factors we consider and what each grade represents. Grading Criteria Cover Condition: Creases and Folds: Creases, especially those that break color, significantly impact the grade. Minor non-color-breaking bends are less severe.Surface Wear: Includes scuffing, soiling, or any abrasions. A clean, bright cover is ideal.Corners and Edges: Rounded corners, nicks, and tears along the edges are examined closely. Spine and Staples: Spine Stress and Wear: Includes spine rolls, stress lines, and any splits or tears. The condition of the spine is crucial in grading.Staples: Staples are checked for rust, alignment, and whether they are original or replaced. Missing or rusted staples lower the grade. Back Cover: Creases and Bends: Similar to the front cover, any creases or bends are noted. Soiling and Stains: Any discoloration, soiling, or stains on the back cover are considered. Corners and Edges: Wear and tear on the corners and edges of the back cover are evaluated. Interior Pages: Page Quality: The color, brightness, and brittleness of the pages are important. Yellowed pages are common in older comics. Writing, Stains, and Tears: Any writing, staining, or tears within the pages are noted. Completeness: Missing pages or parts of pages will drastically lower the grade. Grading Scale: Near Mint (9.2 - 9.8): Almost perfect condition with only minor imperfections. Vibrant colors, sharp corners, and minimal wear. Very Fine (8.0 - 9.0): Slightly more noticeable defects such as minor spine wear, slight corner rounding, and minimal surface wear. Fine (6.0 - 7.5): More noticeable wear including minor creases, some spine wear, and minor surface wear. Still a solid, collectible condition. Very Good (4.0 - 5.5): Moderate wear including noticeable creases, small tears, and spine wear. Still structurally sound and collectible. Good (2.0 - 3.5): Major defects such as significant creasing, tears, and possibly some missing parts. Shows significant wear but still readable. Fair (1.0 - 1.8): Extensive damage including heavy creasing, large tears, and missing parts. Poor condition but still holds value for reading or completion purposes. Poor (0.1 - 0.5): Severe damage with extensive missing parts, heavy wear, and poor presentation. Used mainly for parts or extreme nostalgia. 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Price: 59.95 USD

Location: Toano, Virginia

End Time: 2024-12-08T18:15:29.000Z

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