The Amazing Spider-Man ##301
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Todd McFarlane
Cover Artist
Todd McFarlane
Publication Date
June 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man deals with an international conspiracy involving Silver Sable, who returns to New York. This is the second issue of Todd McFarlane's legendary run on the title.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; visible blunting and minor chipping on the top-right corner; slight yellowing of the cover edges suggesting aging; minor vertical alignment issues common to newsstand copies.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (CGC 6.0): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw VF copies have recently sold for $50-$70, while FN copies trend around $35. CGC 9.8 copies fetch $400-$500, but lower grades remain affordable.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in current state. While iconic, a 6.0 grade rarely justifies the cost of grading fees. A 'Press and Clean' might improve the score to a 7.0, but still falls short of high-value investment tiers.
Notable Features
Iconic cover art by Todd McFarlane which is an intentional homage/reverse-redesign of his own Spider-Man #300 cover. Features the return of Silver Sable. Newsstand edition UPC.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s newsstand print. The paper stock, ink saturation (specifically the red and green), and the '1.00 US' price point are consistent with May/June 1988 Marvel manufacturing.