The Amazing Spider-Man ##247
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr.
Publication Date
December 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story titled 'Spider-Man Inc.' features Peter Parker dealing with financial struggles while Spider-Man investigates a group of high-tech thieves. The cover features an iconic shadow profile of Spider-Man looming over a group of thugs. Appearance by Flash Thompson and J. Jonah Jameson.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks (at least 5-6 along the left edge), slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor edge wear on the top left. The cover remains flat with strong color vibrancy and no major creases across the main art.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15-$25; Graded 8.0: $45-$60; Graded 9.8: $250-$300
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grade copies range from $12 to $30. Recent 9.8 graded copies have sold between $240 and $285.
Grading Recommendation
Currently not recommended for grading unless the owner believes it can achieve a 9.6 or higher. At an estimated 8.0, grading costs would likely exceed the value added. A professional press could improve the grade slightly by flattening non-color breaking spine stress.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (Spidey face in UPC box). Notable for being part of the highly-regarded Roger Stern/John Romita Jr. run. This issue precedes the major 'Alien Costume' reveal in issue #252.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the era-appropriate color palette, 'Newsprint' interior paper characteristics visible at the edges, and the standard '60 cent' price point for 1983 Marvel Direct Edition issues.