The Amazing Spider-Man ##300
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Todd McFarlane
Cover Artist
Todd McFarlane
Publication Date
May 1988 (Original), Circa 1993-2000s (Reprint)
Cover Variant
Exclusive Foil Edition (Chromium/Foil Reprint)
Printing
Reprint / Facsimile Foil Edition
Comic Description
This issue features the first full appearance of Venom (Eddie Brock). Spider-Man encounters his most dangerous foe yet, who possesses all of Peter Parker's powers plus immunity to Spider-Sense. Notable for the transition of Spider-Man back to his classic red and blue costume.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Small color-breaking tick on bottom left edge, minor blunting of bottom right corner, slight surface scuffing visible on the black ink of the foil background, overall high gloss and sharp presentation.
Estimated Market Value
$30.00 - $60.00 (Raw); $100.00 - $180.00 (CGC 9.8)
Recent Sales
Similar foil reprints generally sell in the $25-$50 range for raw copies. High grade 9.8 graded copies have sold between $130 and $200 depending on the specific foil edition release (e.g., Walmart, Marvel Milestones).
Grading Recommendation
Currently not recommended for professional grading unless a Near Mint/Mint (9.8) score is guaranteed, as the grading cost often exceeds the value of this specific reprint. A professional press could mitigate the slight surface scuffs.
Notable Features
First full appearance of Venom. Iconic cover art by Todd McFarlane. This is a Foil Reprint edition, distinguished by the 'Exclusive Foil Edition' burst in the bottom right corner and the silver reflective background. It lack a barcode/UPC and features a Spider-Man mask in the bottom left corner.
Authentication Notes
This is an authentic reprint, not an original 1988 first printing. The 'Exclusive Foil Edition' stamp, the modern paper stock (white to bright white), and the lack of a newsstand barcode identify this as a later commemorative release.