Ultimate Comics Spider-Man ##1
Marvel Comics • Ultimate Comics Spider-Man Vol. 2
Writer
Brian Michael Bendis
Interior Artist
Sara Pichelli
Cover Artist
Kaare Andrews
Publication Date
September 2011
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Andrews Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The first issue of the second Ultimate Spider-Man volume, following the death of Peter Parker. This issue details the origin of Miles Morales, a teenager bitten by a genetically enhanced spider similar to the one that bit Peter. It marks his first solo series appearance as the new Spider-Man.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate wear visible on the black cover surface; noticeable blunting and white showing at the top right and bottom right corners; multiple spine stress marks/ticks visible on the left edge; faint surface scuffing and fingerprints visible due to high-gloss dark ink.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $60-$80; Graded (9.8): $400-$500; Graded (6.0): $50-$70
Recent Sales
9.8 CGC copies have recently sold between $450 and $550; mid-grade raw copies consistently sell in the $50-$90 range depending on the severity of spine wear.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in current state. The visible corner blunting and spine stress significantly lower the grade (approx. 6.0-7.0 range). Professional pressing/cleaning may improve surface scuffs but cannot repair color-breaking spine ticks or corner damage.
Notable Features
Major modern key issue: First solo series starring Miles Morales. Features the origin story of Miles Morales. Kaare Andrews cover art. Direct Edition.
Authentication Notes
Appearance matches 2011 first printing stock; color density in the black borders is consistent with Marvel's production of that era; trade dress (Marvel logo position, creator names) is correct for the Pichelli/Bendis run.