#49a • The Amazing Spider-Man #194 - CGC 8.0

Part of 2026 Arctic Comic-Con Online Only Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $160.00

Status: Sold

Category: Books, Comics, Magazines & Ephemera

The Amazing Spider-Man #194 comic book, published by Marvel Comics in July 1979, is a significant issue in the series as it marks the first appearance of the Black Cat (Felicia Hardy). The story, titled "Never Let the Black Cat Cross Your Path!", was written by Marv Wolfman with interior art by Keith Pollard and Frank Giacoia, and a cover by Al Milgrom; text illustrations of the Black Cat are by Dave Cockrum. The plot introduces Felicia Hardy as a skilled cat burglar who attempts to break her father out of prison, leading to her first encounter and complex flirtation with Spider-Man. This issue is a cornerstone for the Black Cat’s long-standing story arc as one of Spider-Man's most enduring allies and romantic interests. This Newsstand Edition with white pages, has earned an impressive grade of 8.0 by Certified Guaranty Company (CGC), and has a small tear, light stress that breaks color, and light creases. Comic: The Amazing Spider-Man Publisher: Marvel Year: 1979 Comic #: 194 CGC #: 4715008011 Grade: 8.0 Grading Company: CGC Grader Notes: Newsstand edition Page Quality: White Condition Notes: Small tear with crease bottom of back cover; light spine stress lines breaks color; light, multiple crease back cover