The Spectacular Spider-Man ##201
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
June 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 5 of the 14-part 'Maximum Carnage' crossover event. Titled 'To Kill the Cat!', this issue features Spider-Man and Venom teaming up to try and stop Carnage, while Black Cat falls victim to Carnage's vicious attacks.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Book appears to be in a protective bag with a backing board, showing a clean layout with sharp corners, very minor spine stress ticks, and good gloss retention. No major color-breaking creases or tears are visibly apparent through the plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $10 - $25 USD. Graded CGC 9.2/9.4 value estimated around $40 - $75 USD depending on current market fluctuations.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw copies of Spectacular Spider-Man #201 generally range between $10 and $20, while high-grade graded copies (9.4-9.8) command $50 to $100.
Grading Recommendation
Given the relatively low raw value, professional grading (CGC/CBCS) is generally not cost-effective unless submitting as part of a larger bulk submission or if part of a complete Maximum Carnage run set.
Notable Features
Part of the iconic 1993 'Maximum Carnage' storyline crossover across multiple Spider-Man titles. Features the Avengers 30th Anniversary logo box in the bottom left corner.
Authentication Notes
Displays standard 1990s Marvel direct edition publication indicators including clean color separation, traditional newsprint/glossy stock mix of the era, and proper barcode/box placement.