The Amazing Spider-Man ##638
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Joe Quesada and Dan Slott
Interior Artist
Paolo Rivera
Cover Artist
Joe Quesada
Publication Date
September 2010
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'One Moment in Time' storyline, dealing with the aftermath of 'Brand New Day' and revealing what truly happened on the day Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson were supposed to get married.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Very light spine stress near the top staple, slight corner blunting on the top left corner, otherwise flat and glossy cover with vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40, Graded CGC 9.8: $100 - $150
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales range from $15 to $35 depending on buyer and platform; high grade copies continue to hold steady due to iconic cover art.
Grading Recommendation
Worth professional grading only if aiming for a high grade (9.6 or 9.8). Given minor corner and spine wear, it likely grades around 9.2 to 9.4, making a press and clean recommended before submission.
Notable Features
Part of the iconic 'One Moment in Time' arc with a famous Joe Quesada cover featuring Mary Jane wearing Spider-Man's mask.
Authentication Notes
Standard direct edition barcode box in bottom left corner, crisp print quality, standard Marvel paper stock and gloss consistent with 2010 publications.