SPIDER-MEN #1 of 5
Marvel Comics • Spider-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Brian Michael Bendis
Interior Artist
Sara Pichelli
Cover Artist
Jim Cheung
Publication Date
August 2012
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features the historic first crossover meeting between the main Marvel Universe Peter Parker (Earth-616) and the Ultimate Universe Miles Morales (Earth-1610). Peter Parker is transported to the Ultimate Universe where he discovers that version of himself has died.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high grade based on the image provided. There are minor signs of handling along the spine, specifically light spine stress (ticks) near the top and bottom. Corners seem sharp with very slight blunting on the bottom left. The cover gloss remains high and color registration is vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35 - $60; Graded (CGC 9.8): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar high-grade condition have recently sold between $40-$55 on secondary markets. 9.8 graded copies have stabilized in the $150 range after previous peaks.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, if the book is a 9.6 or 9.8 candidate. A professional cleaning and press could likely resolve the minor spine stresses to maximize the grade. Given this is a notable modern key, grading via CGC or CBCS is recommended for long-term value protection.
Notable Features
First meeting of Peter Parker and Miles Morales; significant modern key issue for Spider-Man collectors; features the Digital Copy Offer on the bottom left corner (Direct Edition).
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic with correct UPC barcode (759606078219), Marvel logo placement, and characteristic paper gloss consistent with 2012 Marvel publications.