Posted By Dan Greenfield on Apr 28, 2023 | 2 comments

For real! Kind of!

There is no end to the resourcefulness of merchandisers in this Golden Age of genre swag. Here’s just one tiny example — you too can now have your very own radioactive spider.

In a fashion.

Dig this groovy item and description found on Amazon:

MARVEL: THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN LIGHT-UP RADIOACTIVE SPIDER

Celebrate Spider-Man’s iconic origin with this one-of-a-kind, officially licensed radioactive spider collectible!

— Deluxe Collectible: Features a 3 3/4″ crystal cube containing a 3D laser-engraved replica of the radioactive spider that transformed Peter Parker into Spider-Man and LED base
— Special Light-Up Effects: Provides two modes, featuring a green and yellow radioactive effect and Spider-Man’s classic red color
— Book Included: Also includes a full-color, illustrated, 48-page book, by Matthew K. Manning, packed with information about how science plays a critical role in Spider-Man’s history and storylines
— The Perfect Gift for Marvel Fans: Marvel fans will love displaying this unique memorabilia from a key moment Spider-Man’s origin
— Officially Licensed: An authentic Marvel collectible
— Requires three AAA batteries (not included)

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A few thoughts:

— The item is due out October 3, 2023 from Running Press Adult, and lists for $39.95.

— No, it’s not actually radioactive. And no, you won’t get super powers. This is just fun. As if I really have to spell that out for you.

— No spiders — radioactive or otherwise — were harmed in the making of this collectible. At least I don’t think so…

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MORE

— They’re Coming! MARVEL to Reprint Classic 1970s BLACK LIGHT NOTECARDS. Click here.

— 13 GREAT PAGES From MARVEL VALUE STAMPS: A Visual History. Click here.