The Amazing Spider-Man ##246
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr. (Pencils) and Dan Green (Inks)
Publication Date
November 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story, titled 'Daydreamer!', features a series of daydreams from both Spider-Man (Peter Parker) and J. Jonah Jameson. It explores Jameson's obsession with defeating Spider-Man and Peter's struggles with his dual life. It is a well-regarded character piece from the popular Roger Stern era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Multiple spine stress marks (color-breaking), slight corner blunting on the bottom right, edge wear along the bottom right margin, and minor surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover. Off-white pages are assumed for this era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $15.00; Graded (CGC 8.0): $45.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar condition average $12.00. 9.8 graded copies have sold in the $150.00 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading in current condition. The FMV increase would not offset the costs of grading, shipping, and handling. Only copies estimated at 9.6 or higher are generally cost-effective for modern grading economy.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (indicated by the Spider-Man head in the UPC box). Features an iconic cover depicting Jameson's dream of defeating Spider-Man. Key era for the title under writer Roger Stern.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1980s Marvel newsprint stock. Correct 60-cent price point and 'Direct Edition' insignia formatting for 1983. No signs of restoration visible.