Amazing Spider-Man #59 — Marvel Comics (April 1968) — "The Brand of the Brainwasher!"

Grade: CGC 9.2  |  Grader: Certified Guaranty Company (CGC)  |  Era: Silver Age  |  Format: Single issue, cover price $0.12

Why collectors want this issue

• First Mary Jane Watson cover appearance — one of the most sought-after covers of the Lee/Romita run.
• Part 1 of 3 of the Brainwasher storyline, with the Kingpin operating behind the scenes.
• Mary Jane debuts as a go-go dancer at the Gloom Room nightclub.
• Captain George Stacy features prominently in the story.
• Classic John Romita Sr. cover.

Creators

• Script: Stan Lee
• Layouts: John Romita Sr.
• Pencils: Don Heck
• Inks: Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo)
• Cover: John Romita Sr.

Story synopsis

Mary Jane has a new job as a go-go dancer at the Gloom Room nightclub, and on opening night many of her friends and city officials — including Captain George Stacy — attend the show. Mary Jane has a second task for the evening: taking pictures of the club's guests with a special camera. After she snaps a photo of Gwen's father, he begins acting strangely.

Condition and certification

• Professionally graded and encapsulated by CGC at 9.2 Near Mint-.
• The photos show the actual slab being sold, including the certification label.
• Grade, page quality and any notations are exactly as printed on the label.

What you receive

• The exact graded book pictured, in its sealed holder.
• Shipped double-boxed and padded for protection.

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