The Amazing Spider-Man ##362
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin
Publication Date
May 1992
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part two of the first Carnage story arc. Spider-Man and Venom form an uneasy alliance to stop Cletus Kasady (Carnage) through a series of battles ending on an island. Features early appearances of Carnage.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks visible along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Some surface scuffing visible under glare and a possible small crease near the bottom right. The barcode at the bottom left confirms the newsstand variant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30.00 - $45.00; Graded (CGC 7.5): $100.00 - $120.00
Recent Sales
Recent 9.8 graded copies have sold for $400-$500. Mid-grade raw newsstand copies typically sell for $35-$50 depending on urgency and specific spine wear.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading at this specific grade. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping often exceeds the value of a 7.5. To be a profitable candidate for grading, this issue generally needs to be a 9.4 or higher.
Notable Features
Second full appearance of Carnage. Newsstand variant with barcode. This is a classic '90s key and part of the iconic Bagley run.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with authentic 1992 Marvel newsstand stock. Includes the standard price box at $1.25, Curtis Circulation barcode, and period-correct paper quality and ink saturation.