The Amazing Spider-Man ##23 (Legacy #897)
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 6
Writer
Zeb Wells
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
Peach Momoko
Publication Date
April 2023
Cover Variant
Venom Variant / Variant Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Dead Language' arc. Mary Jane Watson (as Jackpot) and Paul are trapped in another dimension. This issue features the tragic background of MJ and Paul's displacement. The cover is a 'Venom City' variant featuring a symbiote-styled Mary Jane/Jackpot.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded. Corners appear sharp through the plastic with no major blunting. The spine looks tight, though a small store price sticker is affixed to the outer bag (not the comic itself). Minor surface glare/scuffing visible on the bag, but the book underneath appears to have high gloss and no color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00 | Graded (9.8): $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4.00 to $12.00 depending on the seller. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell for around $45.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. This is a modern variant with high availability; the cost of grading fees and shipping would likely exceed the total market value of the comic unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 and for personal collection purposes.
Notable Features
Peach Momoko Venom Variant cover. Features Mary Jane Watson. Modern 'LGY' (Legacy) numbering #897.
Authentication Notes
The comic shows standard modern Marvel production quality. The barcode suffix '02331' correctly identifies it as issue #23, Variant #2, 1st Printing. No signs of counterfeiting; paper stock and color density are consistent with 2023 Marvel publications.