The Amazing Spider-Man ##328
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Erik Larsen
Cover Artist
Todd McFarlane
Publication Date
January 1990
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Acts of Vengeance' crossover event. Cosmic-powered Spider-Man (Captain Universe powers) faces off against the Grey Hulk (Joe Fixit). Spider-Man famously punches Hulk into space in this issue. Also features Sebastian Shaw.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible along left edge. Slight blunting on top right corner. Gloss remains high but minor surface scuffing visible on the orange area of the cover through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $45; Graded (9.0-9.4): $80 - $120; Graded (9.8): $300+
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition recently sold between $35 and $50. CGC 9.8 copies have consistently reached $325 in recent months due to the iconic McFarlane cover.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading only if a 9.8 is likely. Based on visible spine ticks, this likely falls in the 9.0-9.2 range. A professional press could clean up the surface and potentially bump it to a 9.4, but it may not be cost-effective vs buying a pre-graded copy.
Notable Features
Final Todd McFarlane cover for The Amazing Spider-Man series. Iconic 'Now Who's the Strongest' cover. Direct edition with Spider-Man logo in barcode box. Features Captain Universe Spider-Man.
Authentication Notes
First printing confirmed by the $1.00 price point and month/year layout. Color registration is sharp, typical for late 80s/early 90s Marvel gloss stock. No signs of restoration visible.