The Amazing Spider-Man ##408
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
February 1996
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 3 of the 'Media Blizzard' storyline during the Clone Saga. Ben Reilly is acting as Spider-Man and faces off against Mysterio, who is manipulating media signals to cause chaos in New York City.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom-right corner. The white cover remains bright with very little discoloration, but minor surface wear is typical for this issue's paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in mid-to-high grade; high-grade 9.8 CGC copies have recently sold in the $70 range.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless you are confident in a 9.8 score. The grading fees would likely exceed the market value of a 9.0-9.4 copy.
Notable Features
Ben Reilly as Spider-Man; Part of the 'Media Blizzard' crossover; Mysterio appearance; Direct Edition with UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copy. Features the standard glossy finish for mid-90s Marvel books and correct logo/corner box placement for the era.