The Amazing Spider-Man ##616
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Dan Slott
Interior Artist
Marcos Martin
Cover Artist
Jae Lee
Publication Date
February 2010
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of 'The Gauntlet' storyline featuring Sandman. Spider-Man faces Flint Marko, whose powers have gone haywire, creating multiple sand constructs and pushing Spider-Man to his limits.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress along the left edge, slight corner rounding at the top right, surface glare showing minor handling wear, but overall clean with vibrant colors and no major creases or tears.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20, Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in the $10 to $15 range depending on platform and exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the potential value increase for a 9.0/9.2 modern book.
Notable Features
Part of the acclaimed 'The Gauntlet' story arc focusing on classic Spider-Man villains reimagined for the Brand New Day era.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern Marvel direct edition with correct paper stock, crisp typography, and standard staple placement with no signs of counterfeiting.