The Amazing Spider-Man ##361
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Micheline
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin
Publication Date
April 1992
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First full appearance of Carnage (Cletus Kasady). Part one of the 'Savage Genesis' storyline. Spider-Man seeks help from Venom to stop the serial killer Carnage.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom-right corner, and minor edge wear. The front cover shows good gloss but has several stress marks along the spine consistent with mid-to-high grade raw copies.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $120 - $160; Graded (CGC 8.0): $180 - $220
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar newsstand condition typically sell for $130-$175; Newsstand editions generally command a 20-30% premium over Direct editions in the current market.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if the interior is clean and if a press/clean service is used. A professional press could potentially bump this to an 8.5+. Grade estimate: 7.5 to 8.0 currently.
Notable Features
Key issue: 1st full appearance of Carnage. Newsstand edition (identified by the barcode in the lower-left corner). Featuring the iconic 'Spawn of Venom' cover.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with correct 1992-era paper stock and color registration. The barcode (UPC) placement and fonts are consistent with Marvel newsstand distribution for the early 90s.