The Amazing Spider-Man ##601
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Waid
Interior Artist
Mario Alberti
Cover Artist
J. Scott Campbell
Publication Date
October 2009
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Iconic MJ Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First part of 'Red-Headed Stranger.' The story focuses on the aftermath of Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson's relationship following 'One More Day,' where Peter tries to navigate his life while MJ returns to New York.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
Highly pristine appearance as shown in a slabbed/graded format; case appears clear with no visible Newton rings or scuffing; edges and corners of the comic inside appear sharp and perfectly aligned with no visible spine stress or color breaks.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $150 - $250; Graded (CGC 9.8): $600 - $850 depending on census population and market fluctuation.
Recent Sales
The J. Scott Campbell MJ cover for #601 is a high-demand modern key. Recent sales for CGC 9.8 copies have consistently hovered between $650 and $800, while raw VF/NM copies sell for approximately $200.
Grading Recommendation
Highly recommended for grading if not already. This is one of the most sought-after modern Spider-Man covers. If this copy is a 9.8 candidate, the value jump from raw to graded is substantial (over 3x increase).
Notable Features
Features an iconic and highly collectible cover by J. Scott Campbell depicting Mary Jane Watson sitting in a window as Spider-Man swings by. This cover is often cited as one of the most recognizable modern MJ images.
Authentication Notes
The image appears to show a professionally graded comic (CGC or CBCS case). The barcode/label information is cropped but the layout is consistent with an authentic slab. High-resolution art reproduction and Campbell signature in the lower right corner match known authentic copies.