Amazing Fantasy #15 (August 1962), the first appearance of Spider-Man, is worth about $10,000 even in the lowest CGC grade (0.5) and $19,500–$27,500 in Good 2.0, based on 2026 sales. Fine 6.0 copies sell for $66,000–$85,000, and a CGC 8.0 brought $237,900 at Heritage in July 2026. The record is $3.6 million for a CGC 9.6 in 2021.
Below you'll find current prices by grade, the latest auction results, how to tell an original from a reprint, and what to do if you have a copy. We are comic buyers based in the Chicago area, and we look at Silver Age keys like this one every week. If you'd rather sell comic books than research them, we can make you an offer.
Amazing Fantasy #15 Value by Grade (2026)
Prices are for CGC-graded copies with a blue (Universal) label. Restored copies (purple label) and raw copies sell for less.
| CGC grade | Typical 2026 price | Most recent verified sale |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 (Poor) | $9,000–$11,000 | $10,100 · eBay · Jun 15, 2026 |
| 2.0 (Good) | $19,500–$27,500 | $22,570 · Heritage · Sep 4, 2026 |
| 4.0 (Very Good) | $26,000–$37,000 | $36,600 · Heritage · Oct 1, 2026 |
| 6.0 (Fine) | $66,000–$81,000 | $66,000 · Heritage · Sep 30, 2025 |
| 8.0 (Very Fine) | $235,000–$245,000 | $237,900 · Heritage · Jul 23, 2026 |
| 9.0 (VF/NM) | $500,000+ (estimate) | No public sale since 2018 ($415,000, ComicLink) |
| 9.4 (Near Mint) | $1,000,000+ (estimate) | No public sale in 2025–2026 |
| 9.6 (NM+) | Record | $3,600,000 · Heritage · Sep 2021 |
| 9.8 | — | No 9.8 copy exists; 9.6 is the highest grade |
In-between grades follow the same curve: a CGC 5.0 sold for $42,700 and a 6.5 for $85,400 in 2026, while an 8.5 reached $268,400 at Heritage in May 2026.
Ungraded (raw) originals in low grade sold on eBay for $7,100–$13,766 in 2025–2026. If a "raw Amazing Fantasy 15" is listed for $30–$90, it is almost always a reprint (see below).
Recent Amazing Fantasy #15 Sales (2025–2026)
| Date | Grade | Venue | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | CGC 6.5 | Heritage Auctions | $85,400 |
| Oct 1, 2026 | CGC 4.0 | Heritage Auctions | $36,600 |
| Sep 4, 2026 | CGC 2.0 | Heritage Auctions | $22,570 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | CGC 8.0 | Heritage Auctions | $237,900 |
| May 14, 2026 | CGC 8.5 | Heritage Auctions | $268,400 |
The market for this issue is steady: CGC 4.5 copies sold for $30,000–$39,600 at Heritage through 2025 and for $31,726 in May 2026. Low and mid grades trade almost every month, so prices update quickly.
Why Amazing Fantasy #15 Is So Valuable
Amazing Fantasy #15 is the first appearance and origin of Spider-Man, written by Stan Lee and drawn by Steve Ditko, with a cover by Jack Kirby and Ditko. It also introduces Uncle Ben and Aunt May and contains the line "with great power there must also come great responsibility." It went on sale in June 1962 for 12 cents.
It was meant to be the last issue of a fading anthology, so Marvel had no reason to expect it to matter. Strong sales led to The Amazing Spider-Man #1 in 1963, and Spider-Man became Marvel's best-known character. That combination of a first appearance, an origin story and a short print run with no reorders is why it is called the holy grail of the Silver Age.
Surviving high-grade copies are rare. CGC had graded 4,140 copies by November 2025, with a median grade of just 2.5. Only four Universal copies have reached 9.6, and none has graded 9.8. For more history on the series, see our Amazing Fantasy price guide.
How to Spot an Amazing Fantasy #15 Reprint or Facsimile
Most "Amazing Fantasy 15" copies found at home are reprints. Marvel has reprinted the issue many times, often with the same cover. Check these points before you get excited:
- Cover price. The original says 12¢ on the cover. A copy priced 9d is a genuine UK pence edition from 1962 and is still valuable. Any other price, or no price, means a reprint.
- Edition labels. Marvel Milestone Edition (1990s), the ToyBiz reprint packed with action figures (2001), and the Facsimile Edition (2012 and later) say so on the cover or in the indicia, the small print on the first page. Copies marked "not for resale" came with toys or promotions and sell for $10–$70.
- Paper. Originals are on off-white to tan newsprint. Bright white, glossy or heavy paper means a modern printing.
- Ads. The original has 1962 ads and coupons inside. Reprints usually carry modern back covers and ads.
- Blank or sketch covers are modern variants, not originals.
- Restoration. Color touch, glued spines or trimmed edges cut value sharply. CGC marks these copies with a purple label.
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What Affects the Value of Your Copy
Grade is the biggest factor: moving from 4.0 to 6.0 roughly doubles the price. Page color, centering, and whether the copy is graded by CGC or CBCS also matter. Learn more in how condition affects comic book value, raw vs graded comics, and CGC vs CBCS. For how grades are assigned, see our comic book grading guide.
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Amazing Fantasy #15 FAQ
How much is Amazing Fantasy #15 worth?
In 2026, a CGC-graded Amazing Fantasy #15 sells for about $10,000 in 0.5, $19,500–$27,500 in 2.0, $26,000–$37,000 in 4.0, $66,000–$81,000 in 6.0 and around $240,000 in 8.0. The record is $3.6 million for a CGC 9.6 at Heritage in 2021.
How many copies of Amazing Fantasy #15 are there?
CGC had graded 4,140 copies as of November 2025, with a median grade of 2.5. More ungraded copies exist, but high-grade examples are scarce: only four Universal copies have earned a 9.6.
What is the highest graded Amazing Fantasy #15?
The highest grade is CGC 9.6. No 9.8 copy exists. A CGC 9.6 sold for $3.6 million at Heritage Auctions in September 2021, a record for the issue.
How can I tell if my Amazing Fantasy #15 is real?
An original has a 12¢ cover price (9d on UK copies), off-white to tan newsprint and 1962 ads inside. Reprints such as the Marvel Milestone Edition, ToyBiz reprint and Facsimile Edition carry a modern price or say "reprint", "facsimile" or "not for resale." Comic Buying Center will check your copy for free.
