The Sensational Spider-Man ##38

Marvel ComicsThe Sensational Spider-Man Vol. 2

The Sensational Spider-Man

Writer

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

Interior Artist

Lee Weeks

Cover Artist

Marko Djurdjevic

Publication Date

August 2007

Cover Variant

Regular / Cover A

Printing

First Printing

Comic Description

Part of the 'Back in Black' storyline. Spider-Man wears his black suit following the events of Civil War. This issue features Eddie Brock (Venom) and Aunt May in a hospital-focused subplot following her being shot by a sniper.

Condition & Value

Condition Grade

Very Fine (CGC 8.0)

Condition Details

Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge, slight blunting on the top right corner, and minor edge wear consistent with a mid-to-high grade raw copy.

Estimated Market Value

$15 - $25 (Raw); $60 - $85 (CGC 9.8)

Recent Sales

Raw copies typically sell for $15-$20 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $75 range.

Grading Recommendation

Not recommended for grading unless sentimental value is high. The market value for an 8.0-9.0 grade likely would not cover the costs of grading fees and shipping.

Notable Features

'Back in Black' tie-in; iconic graveyard cover featuring Spider-Man in the black costume at Eddie Brock's tombstone. Rated A.

Authentication Notes

Authentic Modern Age Marvel comic. Standard glossy paper stock and UPC formatting for the 2007 era. No signs of counterfeiting.

Scanned on 5/12/2026
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