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COMIC DETAILS

Comic Description:	Spectacular Spider-Man #1 Signature
Grade:	9.8
Page Quality:	WHITE
Certification #:	1050443002
Owner:	slpfi27

SET DETAILS

Winning Set:
Date Added:	4/21/2019
Research:	See CGC's Census Report for this Comic

Owner's Description

The issue that started Spectacular Spider-Man! On display are two issues!

01. CGC Blue Label Example 9.8 WP Notation, Located in Cove City, North Carolina
02. CGC Yellow Label CGC 9.8 WP Signed by: Stan Lee, Mike Esposito, John Romita Sr, Sal Buscema
Special Thanks to eBayer: comic-dude1978

KEY NOTES ON THIS BOOK:

I knew this book at one time was real, and I consulted many experts on the whereabouts. One CGC forum member, was very helpful, and was unsure it really existed. He even said, "You could be hunting a "White Whale", it made me laugh, and it stuck. Upon locating it, and purchasing the book, I made sure to give credit, where credit is due. So, that is why this book is dubbed the "White Whale." - Thanks Sean!

The Crown of the set originated from Clearwater, Florida. A member of the CGC Community called it...

"The White Whale"

A fitting name, The Example presented here, was signed respectively by several of the great members of the Marvel Elite. I can confirm it is the only x5 Signature Spectacular Spider-Man #1 in CGC 9.8 Grade. Like a crazy man, I have worked hard to catalogue all 124 Signature Series CGC 9.8 books (at the time of this post). I scoured the internet, and using GPA, eBay, HA Auctions, Comic Link and other sources, I tracked every single SS copy in CGC 9.8 WP Grade. I can confirm all 124 Certification Numbers, and this is it! A side note in case you are wondering, Stan Lee signed x109 of the CGC Graded 9.8 SS Copies. He sure loved the fans!

Signed by Stan Lee. 07.22.2010 (D: 11.12.2018)
Signed by Mike Esposito 07.11.2010 (D: 10.24.2010)
Signed by John Romita Sr 01.28.2011
Signed by Sal Buscema. 02.06.2012
Signed by Gerry Conway 01.09.2022

~ TITLE: SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN 1976 - 1998 | #1 - 263 + Annuals, Variants, Special Editions, and Reprints. It begins here! ~

This set is dedicated to all the fans of Spider-Man, and I want to make sure I thank everyone who was part of this special journey. Putting this set together has been fun, the covers and stories take us through special times in our lives, some good, some bad. Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man was a phenomenal title, and certainly one of the best. Always remember, you cannot be AMAZING, without SPECTACULAR!

Make sure to check out the set! I put characters, and special notes throughout the collection. I would love to hear any feedback you have!

<img alt="Spectacular Spider-Man #1-#263" src="https://i.imgur.com/2TtUNIF.png">

STORY: "Twice Stings the Tarantula!"
Part 1 of 3.

Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Sal Buscema and John Romita. The first issue of a brand-new series for Spider-Man! The story opens with a bang as the Tarantula kidnaps the Empire State University vice-chancellor, despite the best efforts of the web-slinger, Flash Thompson, and Mary Jane Watson! Next, the Tarantula tries to kill the mayor, but this time the Spectacular Spider-Man is ready! Can the wall-crawler beat the Tarantula and save Mayor Abe Beame? First appearance of Edward Lansky (aka Lightmaster). (Notes: The Spectacular Spider-Man series became the third monthly title for Spider-Man. The first issue of the series debuted the same month as Amazing Spider-Man 163 and Marvel Team-Up 52. The letters page contains an essay from Gerry Conway describing the plans for the new Spider-Man title.) 32 pages Cover price $0.30.

~ THE DESERT WIND “WHITE WHALE” SAGA ~
Story of the 5th and final signature...

04.15.2020 – I have trusted the “White Whale” in the care of Desert Wind Comics and Collectables in Arizona. They are currently hard at work to get Gerry Conway’s final signature. I am praying it will retain its coveted 9.8 Grade and forever be the one and only copy signed by Lee, Esposito, Romita Sr, Buscema, and Conway. I took my time choosing a trusted host for this book. I spoke to Chandler a few weeks ago, he was very kind, and assured me the book would be in the hands of a great team.

07.10.2020 - (Waiting for the “White Whale” to return unharmed with the 5th and final Signature). A Side note for respective DWC customers thinking about getting precious books signed. The communication by Sharon and team has been incredible. Top marks for customer service!

02.17.2021 - The book continues to be in the care of Desert Wind. Unfortunately, the Signature was “smudged". Lauren, and Kristine, are hard at work. They recommended, Gerry "go back over his signature" to hopefully make it look better. DCW, is working to make the second signature repair the first. I am so sad, and utterly heartbroken this happened. Hopefully it retains the coveted 9.8 WP Grade and returns safely. I will keep everyone posted.

05.18.2021 - The Pandemic has made things complicated. I just recieved a picture of the "smudged" signature. These things happen! I highly advise doing your homework before you submit books. Thank goodness I have, DWC to handle the next steps. Thank you Lauren!

11.21.2021 - Still waiting for a Gerry spotting! He's out there somewhere, where are you, Gerry? I hear you are coming to my area. (2 Hours away!). Lauren, at DWC is gonna find him! I know it!

02.22.2022 - Lauren DWC Office Manager! Thank you! You pulled it off! Gerry has signed the book (again), and now it is off to find out the result. Two years later, the book that I searched for years to find, finally is on its way back.

06.28.2022 - The "White Whale" has returned from its mission. The fifth and final signature with Gerry Conway! The book was/is an exceptional example, and it retained the coveted CGC 9.8 WP Grade! The light smudge adds to the character of the book, almost like a fingerprint of the great Conway! Thank you for all the effort DWC, and Gerry! I am super grateful for the assistance that everyone provided in making this possible. DWC did the best they could under all circumstance. With the passing of Chandler, to the craze of the pandemic. They shined under the most adverse conditions. Thank you again, Lauren, Sharon, and team!

<img alt="Spectacular Spider-Man #1-#263" src="https://i.imgur.com/rqrSmcr.jpg">

The photo has been updated! 06.28.2022!

MEMORY LANE and FUN FACTS: What happened in 1976?

When Spectacular Spider-Man hit the shelves in December of 1976. It was a special year because Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak formed Apple Computer, Rocky hit the theaters, Jimmy Carter became the President of the United States. NASA unveils the first Space shuttle named "The Enterprise". The average cost of a new house was $43,400 A gallon of Gas cost 59 Cents. Average rent was $220, Average US Income per year was $16,000.

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