Amazing Spider-Man #78 (1969) – UK Price Variant – CGC 7.0
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Amazing Spider-Man #78 (1969) – UK Price Variant – CGC 7.0

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Amazing Spider-Man #78 (1969) – UK Price Variant – CGC 7.0

The origin and first appearance of the Prowler (Hobie Brown), as recorded on the CGC label, in a UK price variant of Amazing Spider-Man #78. Published by Marvel Comics with a November 1969 cover date, this copy is professionally graded CGC 7.0 (Fine/Very Fine) with off-white to white pages. The blue Universal label identifies the U.K. Price Variant, and the cover carries a printed 1/- price. Both photographs show the actual slab offered, certification 4786172013.

Key Details

  • storefront Publisher Marvel Comics
  • tag Issue Amazing Spider-Man #78
  • event Cover date November 1969
  • newspaper Edition U.K. Price Variant
  • info Printed cover price 1/- (one shilling)
  • verified Grade CGC 7.0 (Fine/Very Fine)
  • description Page quality Off-White to White Pages
  • info Label CGC Universal Grade (blue label)
  • info Certification number 4786172013
  • info Key appearance Origin and first appearance of the Prowler (Hobie Brown)
  • brush Cover artist John Romita

Why It Matters

This is the issue that introduces Hobie Brown as the Prowler, with both his origin and first appearance noted on the photographed CGC label. It is a clear starting point for a collection focused on the character and a notable debut from Spider-Man's Silver Age run.

John Romita's cover gives the Prowler a prominent position above Spider-Man, framed by the The Night of the Prowler! caption. Inside, Stan Lee's story is illustrated by John Buscema and Jim Mooney, bringing a different interior art pairing to a Romita-covered issue.

The one-shilling price printed in the upper-left price box matches the CGC label's UK variant designation. This copy combines that UK cover presentation with the Prowler's debut and a documented CGC grade.

Creators

Story
Stan Lee.
Interior art
John Buscema and Jim Mooney.
Cover
John Romita.

Creator credits are transcribed from the photographed CGC label.

Collector Notes

This listing is for one CGC-encapsulated comic. The front photograph shows visible spine creasing and edge wear; please inspect both photographs for the actual copy's presentation. The reverse carries a Famous Artists School advertisement featuring Norman Rockwell.

CGC's numerical grade describes the comic; the plastic holder may have separate cosmetic marks. Examine both photographs for visible holder condition, allowing for reflections and photographic glare. Further close-up photographs can be requested before purchase.

The grade, page quality, UK variant identification, certification number and Prowler origin and first-appearance note above match the photographed CGC label. The exact copy pictured is the copy supplied.

Shipping

Dispatched from the UK with protective packaging around the CGC holder. Available delivery options and charges are shown at checkout.

Will I receive the exact slab pictured? add

Yes. Both photographs show the actual Amazing Spider-Man #78 offered, bearing CGC certification number 4786172013.

What are the grade and page quality? add

The photographed blue CGC Universal label records a 7.0 grade (Fine/Very Fine) and Off-White to White Pages. The comic remains encapsulated in its CGC holder.

How is this UK price variant identified? add

The CGC label identifies this copy as a U.K. Price Variant. Its upper-left cover price box has a printed 1/- (one shilling) price.

Which Prowler appears, and who are the creators? add

The CGC label records the origin and first appearance of the Prowler (Hobie Brown). It credits Stan Lee for the story, John Buscema and Jim Mooney for the art, and John Romita for the cover.

How should I assess the condition and delivery? add

Please examine both photographs, including the visible spine creasing and edge wear. CGC's numerical grade describes the comic rather than guaranteeing an unmarked holder. Extra close-ups are available on request. The slab is dispatched from the UK with protective packaging; delivery options and charges are shown at checkout.

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