Spider-Man Collectible Series #24

A rare 2007 premium issue from the Spider-Man Collectible Series, this standout features a story written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby, with inks by Ditko, colors by Stan Goldberg, and letters by Sam Rosen. When Betty’s brother falls prey to gambling debts, she’s drawn into Doc Ock’s scheme to free Blackie Gaxton from prison—only for Spider-Man to intervene, leading to a violent clash where Blackie shoots Bennett. Peter tries to comfort Betty after the tragedy, as the fallout of the failed escape begins to unfold.