The Amazing Spider-Man ##320
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Todd McFarlane
Cover Artist
Todd McFarlane
Publication Date
September 1989
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Storyline 'Chaos in Calgary'. Spider-Man travels to Canada and ends up in a confrontation at the Calgary Stampede. Features key characters Mary Jane Watson-Parker and an appearance by Paladin.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (7.5)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress with color-breaking ticks. Slight blunting on the bottom left corner. Some edge wear along the right-hand side. Cover remains glossy but looks slightly misaligned in the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 / Graded (9.8): $150 - $180
Recent Sales
Raw copies in average condition typically sell for $12-$15. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $160 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for grading unless it can achieve a 9.8. Currently estimated at a mid-to-high grade, the cost of grading may exceed the added value for this specific non-key issue.
Notable Features
Features the first appearance of the Assassin-Nation Plot. Cover art by fan-favorite artist Todd McFarlane. Classic 'bull riding' cover image.
Authentication Notes
Proper Marvel Comics logo placement from the late 80s era. High-quality newsprint interior visible from edges. UPC box contains the Spider-Man head logo, characteristic of direct market editions of this time.