AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1963-98; 2003-13) #129
CGC NM/M: 9.8
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Tuesday, 03/15/2022 9:17 PM
$57,000
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PUBLISHER: Marvel
COMIC BOOK IMPACT: rating of 9 (CBI)
COMMENTS: white pages
1st appearance of the Punisher (Frank Castle); 1st app. of Jackal; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 9 (CBI)
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1st appearance of the Punisher (Frank Castle); 1st app. of Jackal; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 9 (CBI)
Highest Graded
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white pages
1st appearance of the Punisher (Frank Castle); 1st app. of Jackal; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 9 (CBI)
Highest Graded
Amazing Spider-Man #129 sent Spider-Man swinging into the Bronze Age with the first appearance of the Punisher, whose brutal debut would lead to this book becoming one of the top key issues of the 1970s. (That same year would end with Wolverine making his first full appearance in Incredible Hulk #181.) Of course, there's even more historical significance with the issue offering the debut of the Jackal. The evil alter ego of biology professor Miles Warren will later become the main antagonist in the '90s Clone saga and the 2011 "Spider-Island" story line.
The Punisher, of course, has gone on to appear in multiple self-titled comic series, as well as three major-studio action films. Frank Miller also revived the character's original fan base when he brought the vigilante into his Daredevil title. More recently, the Punisher found renewed fame with a hit Netflix series. Jon Bernthal has since been confirmed to return in the Punisher role for Disney+'s hotly anticipated Daredevil: Born Again, as the Punisher remains one of fandom's most wanted!
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Amazing Spider-Man #129 is one of the most sought-after keys of the Bronze Age, right alongside Incredible Hulk #181. Heralding the first appearance of the Punisher as well as the Jackal, this comic would go on to greatly influence comics and popular culture by helping create the anti-hero trend of the 80s and 90s. This copy earned a 9.8 Universal Grade from CGC, with stunning white pages. This is as close to perfect as you will find, as this copy ties for the highest-graded around, with no existing 9.9s or 10.0s on the census. The yellow background and red lettering are incredibly sharp as are the iconic Gil Kane/John Romita Punisher and Spider-Man figures, which present flawless colors. With the Punisher appearing in multiple movies, shows, comics, cartoons, and video games, he has become a household name and an ambassador for Marvel Comics across the world, and this is a gorgeous copy of his first appearance. Another 9.8 ASM #129 recently sold for $38,400. Major keys like this are constantly in demand and only become scarcer over time.
Overstreet Guide 2021 NM- (9.2) value = $2,500
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing 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.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
1st appearance of the Punisher (Frank Castle); 1st app. of Jackal; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 9 (CBI)
Highest Graded
Amazing Spider-Man #129 sent Spider-Man swinging into the Bronze Age with the first appearance of the Punisher, whose brutal debut would lead to this book becoming one of the top key issues of the 1970s. (That same year would end with Wolverine making his first full appearance in Incredible Hulk #181.) Of course, there's even more historical significance with the issue offering the debut of the Jackal. The evil alter ego of biology professor Miles Warren will later become the main antagonist in the '90s Clone saga and the 2011 "Spider-Island" story line.
The Punisher, of course, has gone on to appear in multiple self-titled comic series, as well as three major-studio action films. Frank Miller also revived the character's original fan base when he brought the vigilante into his Daredevil title. More recently, the Punisher found renewed fame with a hit Netflix series. Jon Bernthal has since been confirmed to return in the Punisher role for Disney+'s hotly anticipated Daredevil: Born Again, as the Punisher remains one of fandom's most wanted!
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Amazing Spider-Man #129 is one of the most sought-after keys of the Bronze Age, right alongside Incredible Hulk #181. Heralding the first appearance of the Punisher as well as the Jackal, this comic would go on to greatly influence comics and popular culture by helping create the anti-hero trend of the 80s and 90s. This copy earned a 9.8 Universal Grade from CGC, with stunning white pages. This is as close to perfect as you will find, as this copy ties for the highest-graded around, with no existing 9.9s or 10.0s on the census. The yellow background and red lettering are incredibly sharp as are the iconic Gil Kane/John Romita Punisher and Spider-Man figures, which present flawless colors. With the Punisher appearing in multiple movies, shows, comics, cartoons, and video games, he has become a household name and an ambassador for Marvel Comics across the world, and this is a gorgeous copy of his first appearance. Another 9.8 ASM #129 recently sold for $38,400. Major keys like this are constantly in demand and only become scarcer over time.
Overstreet Guide 2021 NM- (9.2) value = $2,500
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing 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.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.