AMAZING FANTASY #15
CGC FN: 6.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Monday, 01/12/2015 11:00 AM
$32,001
Sold For
38
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PUBLISHER: Marvel
COMMENTS: ow/white pgs
origin & 1st app of Spider-Man (Peter Parker), 1st Uncle Ben & Aunt May (8/62) Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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origin & 1st app of Spider-Man (Peter Parker), 1st Uncle Ben & Aunt May (8/62) Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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ow/white pgs
origin & 1st app of Spider-Man (Peter Parker), 1st Uncle Ben & Aunt May (8/62) Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
This iconic comic remains the Silver Age equivalent of Action Comics #1 as both a cultural artifact and a great investment for collectors. Jack Kirby ushered in the historic first appearance of Spider-Man on the classic cover; Steve Ditko took over the interior art as he worked with co-creator Stan Lee on this legendary debut. The story also set up the radical new concept of a neurotic Everyman behind the hero's mask All of this made for a timeless collectible that's kept Spider-Man (and his very human alter-ego) swinging for over 60 years as one of the most iconic and collectible characters in comics.
Copies of Amazing Fantasy 15 in Fine condition or better are exceedingly rare since the incredible popularity of the character saw kids reading, re-reading, and trading their comics over and over, leaving most issues dull and drab. The low-quality paper the struggling Marvel Comics was using at the time didn't help either. Boasting striking colors and great page preservation, this is a solid, handsome copy of the very first appearance and origin of Spider-Man. We often get lower-grade examples offered to us, but the smart collectors hold out for better copies like this one, because they know they are rare and hold their value for years to come. Always a strong investment with plenty of upside, mid-grade copies like this are great for serious collectors. Only three years ago, a copy in this condition would have cost less than half of what they are selling for today! No Spider-Man collection is complete without it. Expect a manic bidding frenzy for this book!
Overstreet Guide 2014 FN (6.0) value = $17,000.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.).
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
Artist Information
Jack Kirby is called 'The King of Comics' for a reason, during his career that spanned six decades he gave us many of the most iconic characters the medium would ever see. From his introduction of Captain America at the height of World War II it was clear he wasn't your ordinary comics artist. But it was his creative explosion at Marvel Comics in the 1960's that cemented his legacy, over a short period of time Kirby would give us The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Thor, Ant-Man and Nick Fury just to name a few. Kirby would then go to DC and create his Fourth World, introducing Darkseid, Mister Miracle, The New Gods and a host of cosmic supporting players. Long live The King.
origin & 1st app of Spider-Man (Peter Parker), 1st Uncle Ben & Aunt May (8/62) Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
This iconic comic remains the Silver Age equivalent of Action Comics #1 as both a cultural artifact and a great investment for collectors. Jack Kirby ushered in the historic first appearance of Spider-Man on the classic cover; Steve Ditko took over the interior art as he worked with co-creator Stan Lee on this legendary debut. The story also set up the radical new concept of a neurotic Everyman behind the hero's mask All of this made for a timeless collectible that's kept Spider-Man (and his very human alter-ego) swinging for over 60 years as one of the most iconic and collectible characters in comics.
Copies of Amazing Fantasy 15 in Fine condition or better are exceedingly rare since the incredible popularity of the character saw kids reading, re-reading, and trading their comics over and over, leaving most issues dull and drab. The low-quality paper the struggling Marvel Comics was using at the time didn't help either. Boasting striking colors and great page preservation, this is a solid, handsome copy of the very first appearance and origin of Spider-Man. We often get lower-grade examples offered to us, but the smart collectors hold out for better copies like this one, because they know they are rare and hold their value for years to come. Always a strong investment with plenty of upside, mid-grade copies like this are great for serious collectors. Only three years ago, a copy in this condition would have cost less than half of what they are selling for today! No Spider-Man collection is complete without it. Expect a manic bidding frenzy for this book!
Overstreet Guide 2014 FN (6.0) value = $17,000.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.).
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
Artist Information
Jack Kirby is called 'The King of Comics' for a reason, during his career that spanned six decades he gave us many of the most iconic characters the medium would ever see. From his introduction of Captain America at the height of World War II it was clear he wasn't your ordinary comics artist. But it was his creative explosion at Marvel Comics in the 1960's that cemented his legacy, over a short period of time Kirby would give us The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Thor, Ant-Man and Nick Fury just to name a few. Kirby would then go to DC and create his Fourth World, introducing Darkseid, Mister Miracle, The New Gods and a host of cosmic supporting players. Long live The King.