the AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #393
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
September 1994
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 of the 'Shrieking' storyline featuring Shriek and Carrion. Spider-Man faces a final showdown with the duo as part of the buildup toward the infamous Clone Saga.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (spine ticks), slight blunting of the top and bottom left corners, minor surface wear on the black ink areas, and a small amount of edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Newsstand raw copies range from $4 to $12 depending on condition. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the $75 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx $30-40) exceed the raw market value, and the visible spine ticks suggest it would not achieve the 9.8 grade necessary to make a profit.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition (indicated by the bar code in the lower left); conclude "Shrieking" storyline; interior ad for Spider-Man mystery.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the correct paper aging for 1994 newsprint, proper 1.50 USD price point for the era, and standard 90s Marvel gloss levels.