Spider-Man: Maximum Clonage Alpha ##1
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man: Maximum Clonage
Writer
Terry Kavanagh and Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
Tom Grummett
Cover Artist
Tom Grummett
Publication Date
August 1995
Cover Variant
Foil Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Kickoff to the infamous 1995 Spider-Man crossover event 'Maximum Clonage', featuring Ben Reilly, Peter Parker, and the Jackal's army of clones.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines visible near the top staple, slight corner blunting on the top right, overall gloss is well-preserved with no major creases or tears.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in the $5 to $10 range on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low return on investment after grading fees, unless part of a larger submission or personal collection goal.
Notable Features
Features a shiny foil-embossed title treatment, standard for event books in the 1990s.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard Marvel 90s newsstand/direct publishing characteristics, correct paper stock, and foil stamping reflection.