The Amazing Spider-Man ##374
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
February 1992
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Venom attacks! Peter Parker's parents, Richard and Mary Parker, are targeted by Venom in this action-packed issue featuring the 30th Anniversary logo prominently displayed in the bottom left corner.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The book appears well-preserved in a protective bag and board. Cover gloss is intact with sharp corners, minor spine stress present near the top staple, and standard newsstand/direct paper aging consistent with early 90s Marvel output.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $10 to $20 USD. Graded CGC 9.0/9.2 value ranges from $40 to $70 USD depending on current market fluctuations.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar Very Fine/Near Mint condition have traded consistently in the $10-$15 range on eBay and at local comic shops.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not economically viable to professionally grade (CGC/CBCS) given the low cost of grading fees versus the modest market value of a high-grade 9.0/9.2 copy, unless part of a larger personal collection set run.
Notable Features
Features the 30th Anniversary 1962-1992 corner box logo and classic Mark Bagley Venom artwork. Direct Edition variant featuring the Spider-Man logo box code instead of a barcode.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1992 Marvel paper stock, proper color separation, crisp direct edition box, and correct staple placement indicate a genuine authentic first printing.