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Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #145 – Gwen Stacy’s Shocking Return! Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #145 (June 1975), written by Gerry Conway with pencils by Ross Andru and inks by John Romita Sr. and others, is a dramatic Bronze Age issue. Returning from France, Peter Parker is stunned to find Gwen Stacy, presumed dead, alive and waiting in his apartment, sparking a mystery about her return. Meanwhile, Mac Gargan, aka the Scorpion, reclaims his armor and resumes his criminal spree, clashing with Spider-Man. Spidey must unravel the truth behind Gwen’s resurrection while battling the Scorpion’s rampage, blending emotional turmoil with high-stakes action. Highlights Gwen Stacy’s jaw-dropping “return” mystery. Scorpion’s return to crime with enhanced armor. Spider-Man’s struggle to balance love and duty. Ross Andru’s emotive art, elevated by Romita’s inks. Pivotal moment in Gwen Stacy’s legacy. Value & Trends Current: $20–$50 (VG/FN), $100–$200 (VF) on eBay/MyComicShop, with NM copies fetching $300–$500 due to Gwen’s return. Newsstand editions may see a premium for scarcity. Trends: Gwen Stacy’s iconic status and Spider-Man 4 (2026) hype could drive 15–20% price hikes in 6–12 months, especially with Gwen’s MCU potential (Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, delayed). High-grade copies may hit $600–$800 in 2–3 years if Gwen or Scorpion gain media focus. Comic-Con 2025 news could boost demand. Market: Bronze Age Spider-Man issues with Gwen Stacy’s return and key villains like Scorpion fuel strong collector interest. Key Characters Spider-Man/Peter Parker: Hero torn by love and mystery. Gwen Stacy: Mysterious “resurrected” figure. Scorpion (Mac Gargan): Armored criminal menace. Why Buy? This issue’s shocking Gwen Stacy twist, Scorpion’s brutal return, and Andru’s dynamic art make it a Bronze Age cornerstone. Its emotional and action-packed narrative is a collector’s gem. Grab it before Spider-Man’s cinematic surge or Gwen’s legacy inflates prices! Price: $20 (VG) to $500 (NM). High-grade copies, especially newsstands, hold top future value.