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Member Since August 2008
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Romita, Sr., John - Amazing Spider-Man, issue 125, cover (Oct 1973)

Location: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN
Artists: John Romita, Sr. (All) ,  Tony Mortellaro (Assistant)

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Romita, Sr., John - Amazing Spider-Man, issue 125, cover (Oct 1973)
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Location: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN
Title: Romita, Sr., John - Amazing Spider-Man, issue 125, cover (Oct 1973)*
Artist:  John Romita, Sr. (All) ,  Tony Mortellaro (Assistant)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Cover
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 3867
Likes on CAF: 10
Favorited on CAF: 1
Comments: 50
Added to Site: 5/27/2016

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The cover to Amazing Spider-Man #125 by John Romita, Sr. - a thrilling addition to my collection on numerous fronts.

First, and foremost, I read this comic over and over again as a kid – to own the original cover art from it as an adult gives me a fearsome nostalgia buzz.

Second, I really had thought that the opportunity to acquire a Romita Sr. ASM cover had passed me by. I’d competed for many, but had been unable to put my hands on one.

Third, and on a related note, I had the pleasure to acquire this one from a friend. To have the confluence of acquiring such a personally important piece...by an artist that I thought would never be a part of my collection…via a friend? Such things happen all too infrequently in this hobby that I enjoy so much…but this one did.

Many thanks, Gene.

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Member Since: August 2008
Last Login: July 2026
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Mark Howland Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/27/2016

That's fun alright! Brightens my weekend already. Your collection keeps soaring to new heights, Chris.
Alberto Giavoni Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/27/2016

Ronan.....what can I say.....what memories!!! great great great
Carlos DS Member Since 2006
Posted On 5/27/2016

WOW WOW !! Fantastic cover. Absolutely great way to start a Romita sr collection. Congrats !
Peter P Member Since 2009
Posted On 5/27/2016

Such an awesome cover!! Adding to your epic collection, congratulations C!! :)
Steve Day Vich Member Since 2007
Posted On 5/27/2016

Wow! An early Spider-Mobile appearance!!!
. BRAUNY Member Since 2007
Posted On 5/27/2016

Congrats Chris -- Enjoy!
Dave W Member Since 2006
Posted On 5/27/2016

Great art, great story, great friend - you hit the trifecta! Congrats!
Jason Versaggi Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/27/2016

Holy smokes this is unsurpassed. I love the Bronze Age Spidey's between 100-200 and THIS is one of the greatest covers. Bravo!
Jeff Singh Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/27/2016

A great bronze age cover. All the fun and dynamics of a cover that really works. I like the details like the people in the building windows, things that add another layer to the whole thing. Mortellaro hid his name in the hotel sign. So much goodness going on.
Stanton  Singh Member Since 2012
Posted On 5/27/2016

Ronan you just made my weekend with that post! Congratulations!!
Mike W Member Since 2007
Posted On 5/27/2016

Vintage Marvel Magic!!!!!!! Well done, my friend!!!!!
Charles Dahan Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/27/2016

My first ever Spiderman comic book was amazing #124, which I also read countless times. I later purchased the comic/record which featured this 2-parter which I also listened to countless times. I can only imagine how incredible it must feel to recapture this moment of your youth. Congrats! Thanks for sharing pics of this outstanding pick-up!
Ron S Member Since 2007
Posted On 5/27/2016

Now, that's what I'm talkin' about!! Great ASM cover from a great time in the run.
Red Raven Member Since 2012
Posted On 5/27/2016

great cover by the master !!!
Felix  Lu Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/27/2016

Congrats on adding this Bronze Age beauty to your collection! And extra congrats on not having to buy this from The Cabal!
E DLS Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/27/2016

I know what you mean about that nostalgia buzz. This cover is in my sweet spot era for Spidey issues. My favorite block of ASM is the 20-30 issues right after the cover price went from 15 cents to 20 cents. So many great stories with some amazing guest stars (Ka-Zar, Dr. Strange, Hulk, Luke Cage, Punisher) and villains (Kraven, Doc Ock, Vulture, Goblin, Hammerhead, Man-Wolf, and who could forget Kangaroo). With the pinnacle of course being the death to Gwen Stacy. I was in my early teens and this block of issues pretty much cemented Spidey being my favorite character. Congratulations on this gem of a cover. I’m sure it will hold a very special place in your collection for years to come.
John Livesay Member Since 2009
Posted On 5/27/2016

awesome!!
Ruben DaCollector Member Since 2008
Posted On 5/27/2016

It's always so thrilling when someone posts something they just happily added to their collection that I once owned myself. Though you no doubt paid a lot more for it than I sold it for 7 or 8 years ago! Congrats, Chris!
I D Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/27/2016

Very cool cover
JEff G Member Since 2006
Posted On 5/27/2016

Congrats on such an iconic cover! This artwork has everything I love about comic art. It's truly a special piece for so many reasons.
Gene Park Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/27/2016

What can I say except...AMAZING!! I truly believe that this is one of the best ASM covers from the era, and I'm very glad that it went to the collection of a friend who truly appreciates it. I hope it brings many a happy memory and smiles to you for a long, long time to come - enjoy!
Dan F Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/27/2016

Awesome Cover!
Wesley Liu Member Since 2009
Posted On 5/27/2016

Great cover. Romita was at the top of his game here.
Jeremy Radisich Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/27/2016

Wow, what an awesome addition to your collection--as if Romita doing Spidey wasn't enough, you have Man-Wolf, a Romita babe, and a hot-rod as well. Great score!
Dino Mauricio Member Since 2009
Posted On 5/27/2016

Wow, a magnificent pick-up! This Romita ASM cover is a classic, and no doubt even more satisfying given the extended hunt, congrats!
Tom Coker Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/27/2016

Great Spidey cover, Chris! And glad one that means so much to you came your way.
Michael Kenyon Member Since 2008
Posted On 5/28/2016

J O H N R O M I T A ASM Cover a dream come true for any discerning collector.
Michael One Minute Later Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/28/2016

SUper Chris -- a wonderful cover and a nice story
Carlo M Member Since 2006
Posted On 5/29/2016

Fantastic layout, this cover emanates Marvel Bronze Age magic!
J L Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/29/2016

Vintage Romita Magic!!!! Looks great. 8 )
alessandro gentili Member Since 2011
Posted On 5/31/2016

JUST GREAT !!
Bill C Member Since 2009
Posted On 5/31/2016

Wow. Classic cover
Dean Abraham Member Since 2008
Posted On 6/1/2016

epic!!
Suat Tong Ng Member Since 2009
Posted On 6/3/2016

I remember this one - nothing quite like a shot of nostalgia. Congrats on landing this cover!
Max C Member Since 2004
Posted On 6/13/2016

Fantastic piece, my Friend. Only the best for your amazing collection.
Nick Katradis Member Since 2005
Posted On 9/19/2016

Ronan, A stellar Bronze Age masterpiece! A great Romita cover featuring the 2nd cover appearance of Man-Wolf! I read this glorious comic off the newsstand back in 1973. Bronze magic, indeed!
Greg Gross Member Since 2006
Posted On 11/16/2016

Great cover! Superior artwork/artist! Amazing piece! Wow!
Sean Rutan Member Since 2012
Posted On 3/26/2017

Congrats, Roman!
Sean Rutan Member Since 2012
Posted On 3/26/2017

Congrats, Roman!
Shaun Crowell Member Since 2003
Posted On 2/28/2018

Just stunning. Thanks for sharing!

 Bill J Member Since 2009
Posted On 8/9/2018

So good!! Romita really rocked this one!!!

 West Stephan Member Since 2007
Posted On 9/20/2019

BEAUTIFUL!

 Nick Katradis Member Since 2005
Posted On 1/30/2020

Chris, an incredible Bronze Age masterpiece.  Man-Wolf was always one of my favorite Spidey adversaries.  A great cover that fits perfectly in a sterling collection like yours!

 artless artmore Member Since 2013
1    
Posted On 2/7/2020

What a classic!  You have an amazing collection!

 Ecce . Member Since 2020
1    
Posted On 8/17/2020

Woooooow pure grail cover spiderman, congrats !

 Shaun Crowell Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 2/4/2021

Great Romita cover! Congrats!

 Spidey-Man4444 . Member Since 2014
1    
Posted On 7/9/2022

Beautiful cover by Romita Sr.!!

Congrats on owning this gem!!

 Maicol Senzacqua Member Since 2015
1    
Posted On 12/9/2023

Amazing cover

 CJ Design Member Since 2018
1    
Posted On 12/20/2023

Stunning piece from the ASM master,,,with a great story to boot! Congrats.

 Peter Sullivan Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 12/20/2023

Gwennnnn, with five n's, is the sound you make when you have been smacked in the face by a Man-Wolf...Man, that Wolf has a sweet left.

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