The Amazing Spider-Man #176 (1978) [Newsy] [KEY] 1st App 3rd Green Goblin- FN

Item Specifics

Series Name

The Amazing Spider-Man (1963)

Issue Number

176

Publisher

Marvel

Main Character

Spider-Man

Genre

Superhero

Grade

8.0 VF

Item Description

This issue of The Amazing Spider-Man #176 marks the first appearance of Dr. Barton Hamilton as the third Green Goblin. This development is a significant moment in the Spider-Man mythos, as Dr. Hamilton's assumption of the Green Goblin identity adds a new layer of complexity to the ongoing conflict. The storyline is pivotal in the Green Goblin saga, which remains one of the most iconic arcs in Spider-Man's history.

Creator Details:

Publisher: Marvel Comics
Writer: Len Wein
Penciler: Ross Andru
Inker: Jim Mooney
Cover Artist: Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia
Why is it collectible?
Collectors highly value this issue for introducing Dr. Barton Hamilton as the Green Goblin. The Green Goblin's legacy is a cornerstone of Spider-Man's rogues' gallery, and this issue is a key chapter in that legacy. The psychological tension between Peter Parker and the Green Goblin, coupled with Ross Andru's dynamic artwork, makes this issue a must-have for serious Spider-Man collectors.

Price Ranges:

Ungraded Copies:
Low Grade: $12.00 - $20.00
High Grade: $40.00 - $70.00
Graded Copies:
Low Grade: $60.00 - $100.00 (CGC 5.0 to 7.5)
High Grade: $150.00 - $250.00 (CGC 9.0 to 9.4)
Disclaimer: Price ranges are based on an average across Hipcomic listings, CGC, GPA, ComicPriceList, and GoCollect. Prices are subject to variations in market fluctuations.

Keystar Condition Note:
This comic is in Very Good (VG) condition. There is noticeable wear along the spine and edges, and the cover shows some creases and stress marks. The pages are off-white, but the comic is intact with no major tears or missing pages.

Disclaimer: For a precise grade, a professional assessment by CGC or CBCS is recommended.

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