Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) comic books 1970-1972, graded by CBCS

Add to cart CBCS 5.5 $78.00 Paper: Cream to off white Label #22-1653D6D-016 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($2.34) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

First appearance of the Kangaroo in "The Coming of the Kangaroo!" Plot by John Romita. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema (layouts) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Romita. The wondrous wall-crawler rushes to Penn Station to meet Aunt May -- who is returning to New York after her vacation in Florida. Following a quick change of clothes, Peter greets his aunt on the platform...and then observes a disturbance nearby! A large man from Australia leaps away from two federal marshals...and escapes into the streets! Peter can't pursue him right now, but he will tangle with the Kangaroo very soon! The super-villain from down under is looking for money, but he accidentally steals a vial of deadly bacteria instead. So when the web-slinger catches the Kangaroo, he must be very careful with his Australian adversary! Good luck mate! Origin of the Kangaroo. Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The Kangaroo returns in Amazing Spider-Man 126. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #62.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 4.5 $60.00 Paper: Cream to off white 2 pieces of tape on cover & 2 pieces on centerfold. Label #22-1653D6D-015 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($1.80) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

First appearance of the Kangaroo in "The Coming of the Kangaroo!" Plot by John Romita. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema (layouts) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Romita. The wondrous wall-crawler rushes to Penn Station to meet Aunt May -- who is returning to New York after her vacation in Florida. Following a quick change of clothes, Peter greets his aunt on the platform...and then observes a disturbance nearby! A large man from Australia leaps away from two federal marshals...and escapes into the streets! Peter can't pursue him right now, but he will tangle with the Kangaroo very soon! The super-villain from down under is looking for money, but he accidentally steals a vial of deadly bacteria instead. So when the web-slinger catches the Kangaroo, he must be very careful with his Australian adversary! Good luck mate! Origin of the Kangaroo. Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The Kangaroo returns in Amazing Spider-Man 126. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #62.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 9.4 $475.00 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white From the D.N.A. Collection. Label #18-0D0322B-070 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($14.25) will be charged at checkout.

First appearances of Richard Fisk and Vanessa Fisk in "The Schemer!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo). Cover by John Romita. A new crime boss bursts on the scene in New York City: The Schemer! And his one goal is to take over the Kingpin's criminal empire! Whoa, the Schemer is either very brave or very foolish to go head-to-head with the Kingpin of crime. Meanwhile, after giving Flash Thompson a send-off for his return trip to Vietnam; Peter and Gwen are almost hit by a truck -- while walking along the sidewalk! The web-slinger is enraged when he learns that the accident was caused by the Schemer's men. And he vows to make the novice villain pay! Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson, Captain Stacy, Betty Brant, Harry Osborn, and Mary Jane Watson. (Notes: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #64. The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 574,910; average paid circulation 372,352.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 7.5 $125.00 Paper: Off white Label #22-1653D6D-017 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($3.75) will be charged at checkout.

"The Secret of the Schemer!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts), John Buscema (pencils), and Jim Mooney (inks). Cover by John Romita. The final showdown between the Kingpin and the Schemer is here! The Schemer is shaken after escaping from the Kingpin's mansion last issue. So the wall-crawler is able to follow him easily and capture him! And then in order to collect the reward money, Spider-Man takes the Schemer to the designated high-rise apartment. But it's all a trick by the top crime boss in New York City! The Schemer's days appear to be numbered...until he removes his mask. The Kingpin is shocked. Vanessa Fisk is overjoyed. And the web-slinger quietly exits stage left. What just happened? Origin of the Schemer. Cameo appearances by Captain Stacy and Gwen Stacy. (Notes: The Kingpin, Vanessa Fisk, and Richard Fisk appear next in Captain America (1st series) 145-148. They cross paths with the web-slinger again in Amazing Spider-Man 163. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #66.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

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Death of Captain Stacy in "And Death Shall Come!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita. Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. It's the third and final showdown between Doctor Octopus and the Amazing Spider-Man...in just as many days! However this time the wall-crawler has a special surprise for Doc Ock -- that might foul up his control of his mechanical arms! When the web-slinger and Dr. Octopus meet again in a rooftop clash, a crowd gathers below. Tragically, Doc Ock knocks the chimney off the roof...and it falls toward a young boy! However in heroic fashion, Captain Stacy saves the boy, but at a terrible cost to himself. Spider-Man rushes to help Gwen's father, but Captain Stacy's fate has been sealed. A sorrowful ending for all. Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy and Harry Osborn. (Notes: This Lee-Kane-Romita masterpiece was reprinted in Marvel Tales #71. The Spider-Man Death & Destiny (2000) limited series (by Lee Weeks) expands upon the aftermath of Captain Stacy's death.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 9.0 $210.00 Paper: Off white to white Label #21-1EAEE22-039 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($6.30) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"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.

Add to cart CBCS 9.2 $340.00 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white Label #21-1E51932-002 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($10.20) will be charged at checkout.

"The Lady and the Prowler!" Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita. Cover by John Romita. Hobie Brown is keeping up with current events...and wonders if he got duped by Spider-Man -- when he did the web-slinger a favor a few weeks ago (in Amazing Spider-Man #87). In order to get answers, Hobie suits up again as the Prowler and starts looking for the web-spinner. Eventually, he finds him. And as shown on the cover, Spider-Man and the Prowler settle their differences at the bottom of an elevator shaft! Meanwhile, Gwen Stacy decides to leave New York...and go live with her aunt and uncle in England. But maybe Peter can change her mind at the airport...if he can reach her in time! First appearance of Arthur Stacy. Cameo appearances by Mindy Brown and Nancy Stacy. (Note: This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #74.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

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Not approved by the Comics Code Authority. "In the Grip of the Goblin!" Part 2 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia and John Romita. Cover by John Romita. The fireworks start immediately as the Amazing Spider-Man battles the Green Goblin! And since the web-slinger is always cautious fighting Norman Osborn's alter ego, the goblin wins rounds one -- thanks to his assortment of bizarre weapons! As Peter Parker heads home, he knows the goblin could reveal his secret identity at any moment. But right now Peter has a second problem. His roommate Harry is miffed about Mary Jane...and popping pills left and right! When Peter calls a doctor to get Harry help, someone clad in purple and green shows up first! Oh no, the wall-crawler is caught between a rock and a hard place...with no way out! (Note: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #78.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 8.5 $599.99 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white Label #21-34D248A-006 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($18.00) will be charged at checkout.

"The Spider of the Man?" Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. It's the 100th anniversary issue of the Amazing Spider-Man title -- with an all-time cover! Peter Parker wants to live a normal life with Gwen Stacy. But he doesn't think he can as long as he has his spider-powers. So with that thought in mind, the young scientist creates a special potion -- which he believes will eliminate his remarkable abilities. After Peter drinks the potion, he lies down to sleep. And when he wakes up...he gets the biggest shock of his amazing life! Flashback cameos by Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, Betty Brant, Gwen Stacy, and Captain Stacy. (Notes: There have been many homages to John Romita's classic cover including the covers to Marvel Tales 100, Ultimate Spider-Man (2000) 100B, and Peter Parker (2017) #1EBAY. This story was reprinted in Marvel Treasury Edition #14 and Marvel Tales 253.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 4.5 $160.00 Paper: Off white to white Label #22-1653D6D-009 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($4.80) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"The Spider of the Man?" Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. It's the 100th anniversary issue of the Amazing Spider-Man title -- with an all-time cover! Peter Parker wants to live a normal life with Gwen Stacy. But he doesn't think he can as long as he has his spider-powers. So with that thought in mind, the young scientist creates a special potion -- which he believes will eliminate his remarkable abilities. After Peter drinks the potion, he lies down to sleep. And when he wakes up...he gets the biggest shock of his amazing life! Flashback cameos by Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, Betty Brant, Gwen Stacy, and Captain Stacy. (Notes: There have been many homages to John Romita's classic cover including the covers to Marvel Tales 100, Ultimate Spider-Man (2000) 100B, and Peter Parker (2017) #1EBAY. This story was reprinted in Marvel Treasury Edition #14 and Marvel Tales 253.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 5.0 $145.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Witnessed Signatures: Gerry Conway on 7/29/2022 & Roy Thomas on 11/19/2022. Label #23-0AE1106-006 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($4.35) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

Cover art by John Romita. Gang War, Shmang War! What I Want to Know Is...Who the Heck Is Hammerhead?, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Romita and Jim Starlin, inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro; Dr. Octopus and Hammerhead are at war, with Spider-Man against them both; origin of Hammerhead. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 93. 32 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.