Bidspirit auction | Marvel Comics The Amazing Spider-Man
Marvel Comics The Amazing Spider-Man #3 July 1963 First Appearance of Doctor Octopus - This is a copy of The Amazing Spider-Man #3, published by Marvel Comics under the Non-Pareil Publishing Corp. imprint with a cover date of July 1963. This significant Silver Age comic book features the origin and first appearance of Doctor Octopus (Otto Octavius), who becomes one of Spider-Man's most enduring antagonists. It is the second issue of the character's solo title. The creative team includes a story by Stan Lee and art and cover illustrations by Steve Ditko, with lettering by John Duffy. The front cover features the Comics Code Authority seal and a 12-cent price point. Interior contents include the lead story titled Spider-Man Versus Doctor Octopus as well as period advertisements for vocational training in electrical appliance repair and auto mechanics. The interior splash page contains full credits and publishing indicia confirming the 1963 copyright. This comic is in raw, ungraded condition and exhibits wear and age-related damage.