The Amazing Spider-Man ##378
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
June 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 14-part 'Maximum Carnage' crossover event. Spider-Man, Venom, and unexpected allies must team up to stop Carnage, Shriek, and their band of psychotic killers from tearing New York City apart.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress and minor corner blunting visible under closer inspection, but overall clean cover gloss and sharp appearance.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 9.0-9.4): $40 - $75.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar Very Fine/Near Mint condition have sold in the $15 to $25 range on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not strictly recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete Maximum Carnage run, as the grading and shipping costs may exceed the value increase for a 9.0-9.2 copy.
Notable Features
Part 3 of the iconic 1993 Maximum Carnage storyline, featuring foil-embossed or standard covers depending on the issue in the run (this specific issue features the standard glossy cover with the 'Maximum Carnage Part 3 of 14' banner and the 30 Years of X-Men box). Direct Edition.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with proper Marvel corner box, correct UPC/Direct Edition box, and expected 1990s newsprint/glossy cover stock quality.