The Spectacular Spider-Man ##246
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Luke Ross
Cover Artist
Luke Ross
Publication Date
May 1997
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Back from the Edge' storyline aftermath. Spider-Man faces the 'Legion of Losers' consisting of the Spot, Kangaroo, Grizzly, and Gibbon. The story focuses on Spider-Man dealing with his own psychological burdens while these bumbling villains try to prove themselves.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress with several color-breaking ticks; blunt right upper and lower corners; minor edge wear along the left vertical edge; potential small surface creases near the "Spectacular" logo; slight yellowing of the white barcode area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 9.8 target): $50.00 - $70.00. (Current raw condition estimate: $5-$8)
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw mid-grade copies fluctuate between $3 and $9. In high grade (NM 9.4+), it sells for roughly $15-$20 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the market value of the comic in this mid-grade condition. This is a common 1990s issue that only holds significant value at a 9.8 grade.
Notable Features
Features the 'Legion of Losers'. This is the Direct Edition (indicated by the UPC barcode box with no strike-through). Character-heavy cover highlighting 1990s Spider-Man artistic style.
Authentication Notes
Authentic issue. Features appropriate 1997-era paper stock, standard Marvel Comics trade dress of the period, correct $1.99 US price point, and era-appropriate Luke Ross art style.