Scarlet Spider ##1
Marvel Comics • Scarlet Spider Vol. 1
Writer
Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
November 1995
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First issue of the Scarlet Spider ongoing series (which temporarily replaced Spider-Man titles during the Clone Saga). Part 3 of the 'Virtual Mortality' crossover. Ben Reilly (Scarlet Spider) faces off against Dr. Octopus (Carolyn Trainer) and Cyber-Tek agents.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks; slight blunting on the bottom right corner; some edge wear along the right side; minor surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the character's legs.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell between $5 and $10 on platforms like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading exceeds the market value of the book for this specific grade; only 9.8 candidates are generally worth the investment for this issue.
Notable Features
First issue of the first Scarlet Spider solo title; features the second Doctor Octopus (Carolyn Trainer); part of the 1990s 'Clone Saga' event.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel gloss cover stock. Barcode in the lower left indicates a Direct Market edition. Colors and staples appear consistent with late-1995 production standards.