Amazing Spider-Man Super Special Featuring Scarlet Spider ##1 (Part 1 of 5)
Marvel Comics • Planet of the Symbiotes Super Special
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Dave Hoover
Cover Artist
Joe St. Pierre & Al Milgrom
Publication Date
August 1995
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Foil Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Planet of the Symbiotes' storyline. Spider-Man, Scarlet Spider (Ben Reilly), and Venom team up to stop an invasion of Earth by an army of symbiotes. This issue features a flip-book format showing the start of the symbiote invasion.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge; slight blunting on the top-left and bottom-right corners; surface gloss appears strong but shows typical light handling wear for the 90s holofoil era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 9.8): $90 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $12 and $18 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies average around $100 depending on auction timing.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. The cost of grading usually exceeds the raw market value for mid-to-high grade copies like this one.
Notable Features
Red holofoil cover; Part 1 of the Planet of the Symbiotes crossover; Scarlet Spider key appearance during the Clone Saga; Flip-book feature.
Authentication Notes
The red holofoil logo is the primary security feature. The paper stock is the standard 1990s semi-gloss interior and heavy cardstock cover. No signs of counterfeit reproduction.